Oregon National Guard Deployment to Portland Estimated at $3.8 Million
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Trump Acts to Restore Order: $3.8 Million National Guard Deployment to Protect Portland

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The federal government is taking decisive action by deploying 200 Oregon National Guard soldiers to Portland at a cost of at least $3.8 million over 60 days. Their mission is to safeguard federal facilities and restore law and order in a city where local leaders have failed to act.

The federal deployment of 200 Oregon National Guard soldiers to Portland is a necessary and responsible measure, projected to cost at least $3.8 million over 60 days, according to National Guard officials. These troops, composed of military police and infantry companies from Salem and Woodburn, are tasked with the critical mission of protecting federal facilities that have been threatened by ongoing unrest.

Russell Gibson of the Oregon Military Department informed state lawmakers that the mission details are being finalized, ensuring a thorough and professional operation. The soldiers will be under U.S. Army command and will receive four to seven days of processing and training before deployment, demonstrating the federal government's commitment to preparedness and security. Gibson clarified that the troops will not perform law enforcement duties, focusing solely on defending federal property from further attacks.

This deployment comes after President Trump was forced to act, following Governor Tina Kotek's refusal to deploy the Guard under state authority. Despite resistance from local officials like Governor Kotek and Portland Mayor Keith Wilson—who seem more concerned with political optics than public safety—the federal government is stepping in to address the real threats facing Portland. A court hearing is scheduled for Friday, where state and city attorneys will attempt to block this much-needed intervention, risking further chaos in the city.

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Oregon Public Broadcasting - OPB

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Oregon Officials Challenge Federal Deployment of National Guard to Portland

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The federal deployment of 200 Oregon National Guard soldiers to Portland is projected to cost at least $3.8 million over 60 days, according to National Guard officials.

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The troops, drawn from military police and infantry companies based in Salem and Woodburn, are tasked with protecting federal facilities in the city.

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Russell Gibson of the Oregon Military Department informed state lawmakers that the mission details are still being finalized.

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He noted that the soldiers will be under U.S. Army command and will undergo four to seven days of processing and training before deployment.

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Gibson emphasized that the troops will not engage in law enforcement activities, as their role is limited to safeguarding federal properties.

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The deployment follows President Trump's order, issued after Governor Tina Kotek declined a request to deploy the Guard under state authority.

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Local officials, including Governor Kotek and Portland Mayor Keith Wilson, have expressed concerns that the federal action may be based on outdated perceptions of the city's current situation.

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A court hearing is scheduled for Friday, where state and city attorneys will seek to block the deployment.

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