Federal Judge Grants Restraining Order Blocking Trump From Deploying Troops to Portland

A federal judge granted Oregon a temporary restraining order preventing the Trump administration from deploying National Guard troops to Portland until at least October 18. In her ruling, US District Court Judge Karin Immergut stated that the government failed to show that protests in Portland justified military intervention, emphasizing the need to preserve civil authority. Mayor Keith Wilson praised the decision, asserting it reflected the city’s dedication to peaceful civic engagement. The court proceedings involved arguments from state attorneys claiming the deployment would infringe on Oregon’s sovereignty and could escalate tensions, contrasting with the government’s assertion of an ongoing threat to federal property. Immergut also questioned the validity of social media posts as justifications for deploying troops.

The plaintiffs argued that the military's involvement would violate the Posse Comitatus Act and the Tenth Amendment. The ruling underscores the ongoing legal battles over federal authority in local law enforcement matters. This case highlights broader concerns regarding government overreach and the balance of power between state and federal authorities.