Veterans to Rally at City Hall, Urge National Guard to Uphold Oath and Refuse Unlawful Orders

Veterans will rally at Portland City Hall on October 5 to protest the deployment of National Guard troops and ICE agents in response to escalating tensions in the city. Councilor Mitch Green, a U. S. Army veteran and socialist, will emphasize the obligation of service members to reject immoral and unconstitutional orders. This demonstration responds to President Trump's inflammatory rhetoric labeling Portland as "war ravaged" and advocating for military intervention.

Green warned that the situation represents one of the gravest threats in American history, asserting that the oath taken by soldiers is conditional. The rally seeks to support veterans and active-duty personnel who are concerned about military action against American citizens. Speakers will include influential veteran leaders advocating for adherence to the Constitution. The event is open to the public and aims to foster community support among veterans and their families. The gathering underscores a rich tradition of military resistance to unlawful orders, emphasizing that loyalty lies with the Constitution, not individual commanders.