US EditionTrump threatens to invoke Insurrection Act in Portland
Trump says he would invoke the Insurrection Act if violence escalates or local leaders fail to maintain order, amid ongoing protests and federal troop deployments.
- President Donald Trump stated he is open to invoking the Insurrection Act to address civil unrest, which some critics claim could justify authoritarian actions by him.
- Local leaders in Portland and residents reported there is no insurrection or security threat in their city, contradicting Trump's claims.
- Critics, including Senator Jeff Merkley, argued that Trump’s actions are unjustified and likened them to inciting violence against peaceful protesters.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth informed Governor Tina Kotek about the federalization of 200 National Guard troops to protect US government personnel in Portland.
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So far, the judiciary has prevented the transfer of the National Guard to Portland. But now the president is considering a drastic step: the use of the "Insurrection Act", which would allow the military to take control of civilian law enforcement.
Trump threatens to use Insurrection Act. What is it?
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- Even as a federal judge twice blocked President Trump's efforts to deploy hundreds of National Guard troops to Portland, the White House is eyeing one of the most explosive tools in presidential power -- the Insurrection Act. During a press conference in the Oval Office, Trump said he would invoke the Insurrection Act "if it was necessary." “So far, it hasn’t been necessary. But we have an Insurrection Act for a reason,”…
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'That's pure insurrection': Trump makes startling claim to MAGA TV host
President Donald Trump uncorked a startling remark Monday night, asserting that Portland, Oregon, is committing an "insurrection" as his administration deploys military troops in a controversial attempt to curb crime among American citizens.The Insurrection Act of 1807 allows the president to send the U.S. military or federalize National Guard units to suppress insurrection, rebellion, or obstruction of federal law enforcement if local authoriti…
Trump to Newsmax: Portland Unrest Is ‘Pure Insurrection’
President Donald Trump told Newsmax on Monday that ongoing lawlessness in Portland, Oregon, amounts to "pure insurrection," blasting local Democrat leaders for failing to maintain order and protect citizens. Speaking Monday night on "Greg Kelly Reports," Trump said the chaos in Portland has dragged on far too long and accused Oregon officials of turning a blind eye to the destruction. "If you take a look at what's been going on in Portland, it's…
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