Federal Judge Blocks Deployment of National Guard to Oregon Amid Supreme Court's New Term
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the deployment of National Guard troops to Oregon, just as the US Supreme Court's new term begins, amidst controversy over President Trump's decision to mobilize troops in Democratic-run cities to control crime and protect federal law enforcement officers. The move comes amid ongoing protests in Portland, where federal agents have been clashing with demonstrators outside an ICE facility.
According to NPR News, the ruling was issued last night by a federal judge, temporarily blocking the deployment of National Guard troops to Oregon. This decision has sparked international attention, with many countries watching the US' handling of civil unrest and police-militant interactions closely. The Trump administration had planned to deploy National Guard troops to Oregon in response to protests and demonstrations in Portland.
The controversy surrounding President Trump's decision to mobilize troops in Democratic-run cities has been ongoing for weeks. Critics argue that the deployment is an overreach of executive power and a thinly veiled attempt to suppress dissent and opposition. According to NPR News, "the move comes amid ongoing protests in Portland, where federal agents have been clashing with demonstrators outside an ICE facility."
The Supreme Court's new term began on October 6, 2025, amidst heightened tensions over the deployment of National Guard troops to Oregon. The court is expected to hear several cases related to civil unrest and police-militant interactions, including a case challenging President Trump's decision to mobilize troops in Democratic-run cities.
In response to the ruling, Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler released a statement saying, "We are grateful for this temporary reprieve from the deployment of National Guard troops. We will continue to work with our community to address the issues that have led to these protests and demonstrations." According to NPR News, Wheeler added, "We understand the concerns of our residents and will do everything in our power to ensure their safety and well-being."
The current status of the situation is that the deployment of National Guard troops to Oregon has been temporarily blocked by a federal judge. The Supreme Court's new term has begun, and several cases related to civil unrest and police-militant interactions are expected to be heard. The Trump administration has not yet commented on the ruling or announced any plans to appeal.
In conclusion, the temporary blockage of National Guard troops to Oregon is a significant development in the ongoing controversy over President Trump's decision to mobilize troops in Democratic-run cities. As the Supreme Court's new term begins, it remains to be seen how this case will unfold and what implications it may have for civil unrest and police-militant interactions across the country.
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NPR News: "Judge blocks deployment of National Guard to Oregon. And, the Supreme Court's new term"
Breaking News: "URGENT: Judge Stuns Oregon, Blocks National Guard Deployment Amid Supreme Court's New Term"
This story was compiled from reports by NPR News and BREAKING: NPR News.
