Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s National Guard Deployment to Portland

A federal judge has intervened to stop President Donald Trump’s initiative to send National Guard troops to Portland, deeming the action unconstitutional in terms of military engagement in local law enforcement.

US District Judge Karin Imargat, appointed by Trump, issued a temporary restraining order that prevents the administration from sending hundreds of troops to Oregon’s city. Reports indicate that the judge found Trump’s assessment of the situation misaligned with actual events.

In her ruling, Imargat stated, “The president’s resolve was simply ignored by the facts.”

She noted that the protests near the South Portland immigration facility had mostly remained peaceful prior to Trump’s directives. “Overall, the protest was small and peaceful,” she reportedly remarked.

Recently, Trump had announced plans to deploy 200 National Guard troops to support immigration officials, labeling certain individuals as “domestic terrorists.” He requested the military leaders to send “all necessary troops.”

In response to the ruling, the White House expressed its intent to contest the judgment, asserting that “President Trump has exercised his legitimate powers to protect Portland’s federal assets and personnel following violent riots and attacks on law enforcement. We expect it to be proven by the High Court,” according to a spokesperson.

The restraining order is set to expire in two weeks.

Federal immigration officials reported ongoing challenges at the ICE detention center, noting over 100 consecutive nights of attacks with limited assistance from local law enforcement.

This weekend, federal agents used tear gas, mace, and pepper spray against hundreds of protesters converging on the facility. Additionally, Trump ordered the administration to explore federal funding cuts to Portland as a response to the unrest. “We don’t fund states that allow disorder,” stated White House press director Carolyn Leavitt.