Trump Orders California Guards to Oregon Amid Controversy

PORTLAND, Oregon — President Donald Trump ordered 300 California National Guard members to deploy to Oregon on Sunday, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced.

Approximately 100 of these troops have already arrived in the state, with more expected soon. This move follows a judge’s ruling that blocked the resident’s direct deployment of the Oregon National Guard to Portland.

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek criticized the president’s decision, suggesting it deliberately circumvents the judge’s order. “There is no need for military intervention in Oregon. There is no insurrection in Portland. No threat to national security. Oregon is our home, not a military target,” Kotek said.

In recent weeks, the Trump administration has sent federal troops into Democrat-led cities, including Portland and Chicago. The administration argues these deployments are necessary for the protection of federal property and personnel amid what they describe as violent protests.

“This is a breathtaking abuse of the law and power,” Newsom said, indicating he is considering legal action against the deployment.

The White House defended the president’s actions, stating Trump acted within his legal authority to protect federal assets in Portland following reports of violence. White House spokesperson Abigail Jackson criticized Newsom, stating, “For once, Gavin Newscum should stand on the side of law-abiding citizens instead of violent criminals destroying Portland.”

A judge, US District Judge Karin Immergut, has ruled against the president’s efforts, noting that federalizing the Oregon National Guard lacked constitutional authority. She found there was insufficient evidence of imminent danger or rebellion following protests outside the Portland ICE facility.

Immergut added that prior incidents of violence were not comparable to those seen in Los Angeles and cautioned that blurring the lines between civil and military authority poses risks to national governance.

The ongoing situation remains fluid, with developments expected as the Trump administration plans to appeal the judge’s ruling.