Protests swell at ICE facility as Portland pushes back on Guard deployment
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PORTLAND () Tensions are running high in Portland as nightly protests outside a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility intensify ahead of the weekend.

At least three individuals, including a well-known conservative influencer, were apprehended during Thursday night’s demonstrations after police reported altercations erupting among the protesters. Federal officials also used chemical agents on the crowd.

Since June, nearly 150 people have been arrested at the South Portland ICE facility, where protests have been nearly non-stop.

While the majority of demonstrators have maintained a peaceful approach, occasional violent clashes have led federal authorities to consider a more forceful response. President Donald Trump has described the scene as a “war zone” and a “hellhole.”

National Guard deployment under review

Approximately 200 members of the Oregon National Guard are now under federal command, undergoing specialized training at a coastal base in preparation for potential deployment. It remains uncertain if they will be deployed with weapons, although Trump has sanctioned the use of “full force.”

Anna Wilkins, a veteran and former guard member who lives near the base, questions the federalization and mission.

“I personally wouldn’t agree with being deployed in such a scenario,” one individual remarked. “I also don’t, from just a perspective as someone living in the Pacific Northwest and who has visited Portland occasionally, understand what’s going on.”

An Oregon judge is scheduled to review the state’s request on Friday for a temporary restraining order, which could potentially delay the deployment of National Guard forces to Portland.

In opposition to the state’s court challenge, the Trump administration said the deployment is “tailored to the threat” at the ICE building, where “cruel activists” have used “vicious tactics.”

Apple removes ICE-tracking app

Meanwhile, Apple removed the app called “ICEBlock” from its App Store, which allowed users nationwide to report sightings of ICE officers.

The removal was initiated at the request of the Department of Justice. A spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security argues that the apps put law enforcement officers in danger.

Apple stated that it removed ICEBlock and similar apps due to safety concerns.

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