- The mayor of Portland has issued a call for the immediate withdrawal of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from the city.
- This demand comes in response to a recent incident where federal agents reportedly used tear gas and flash-bang grenades during a protest in Portland.
- The protestors affected by the deployment of these tactics included children, raising concerns about the safety and appropriateness of the response.
- Portland has been experiencing ongoing protests, with tensions between local authorities and federal agents escalating.
- The mayor’s call reflects the city’s broader opposition to federal intervention in local matters, particularly in the context of protest management.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/portland-mayor-demands-ice-leave-city-after-federal-agents-use-tear-gas-protesters-sickening-decisions)