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"It feels a little like Groundhog Day, I know, but Judge Immergut-the US District judge who approved two restraining orders to keep the National Guard out of Portland-has once again blocked Trump's wishes to militarize the city until she can consider all the evidence and issue a final decision this coming Friday. And even then things are not looking good for the feds: Judge Immergut noted that so far the government has not been able to"
Local media solicits small monthly contributions to support newsreporting, arts and culture coverage, event listings, and hosted events that serve the city. Forecasts predict heavy rain beginning this afternoon and prolonged showers. US District Judge Karin Immergut issued a preliminary injunction blocking National Guard deployment to Portland pending review of evidence. The judge found the government has not proven a Portland "rebellion" or that federal officers cannot control conditions at the city's ICE facility. Federal officers have been described as excessively violent. Federal lawyers reportedly over‑inflated required officer numbers and may face contempt for sending National Guard troops during an active temporary restraining order.
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