Ta-da! We’re back again with the “News Corner” from Chubby mom’s correspondent. Recently, U.S. President Donald Trump officially announced that the National Guard will be deployed to Portland, Oregon.
So, why exactly is the National Guard being deployed to Portland? What is the current situation, how are people in the U.S. reacting, and what kind of impacts and future outlook can we expect from this decision? Let’s take a closer look together!
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Background and Reasons for the Deployment of the National Guard in Portland
On September 27, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump announced the deployment of the National Guard to Portland, Oregon. This measure was taken in response to threats linked to violent protests targeting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities in Portland. (Reference: Fox News, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-vows-full-force-portland-ice-protests-continue?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
The Trump administration judged that the ongoing violent protests and attacks against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities across the United States posed a continuing threat to national security and public safety. In particular, the terrorist attack at an ICE facility in Dallas, Texas, further highlighted these concerns. As a result, President Trump decided to deploy the National Guard in order to protect ICE facilities and federal employees.
To add more details about the terrorist attack on the ICE facility in Dallas, Texas: on September 24, 2025, a shooting occurred at an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility in Dallas. In the incident, one detainee was killed and two others were seriously injured, while the gunman committed suicide at the scene.
Some of the ammunition used by the shooter had the words “ANTI ICE” engraved on it, raising the possibility that the attack was ideologically motivated. President Trump denounced the incident as an “act of violence by the radical left” and called for a strong response from law enforcement agencies.
This attack also took place just two weeks after conservative activist Charlie Kirk was killed while giving a lecture on a university campus in Utah, further escalating political tensions.
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Portland is the largest city in Oregon, and in recent years, tensions with the federal government have escalated due to clashes with extremist groups. President Trump described Portland as a “country within a country” and decided to deploy the National Guard as a measure to restore law and order in the city. He also stated that, considering the recent incidents, the terrorist threats directed at the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) are connected to the activities of the extremist group Antifa, which he has designated as a domestic terrorist organization.
What is Antifa?
Antifa is short for “Anti-Fascist,” which literally means “anti-fascist.” Rather than being a specific organization, Antifa refers to a left-wing, anti-fascist movement network. It consists of numerous small groups and individual activists loosely connected across the globe. It does not have an official central organization, leadership, or membership system, and typically operates on a local, community-based level.
The purpose of Antifa’s activities is to oppose far-right, neo-Nazi, racist, and fascist groups or discriminatory policies. They convey their stance through protest demonstrations, rallies, and public campaigns. While some Antifa actions are peaceful protests and community activism, there are also cases where violence and property damage have accompanied their demonstrations. For this reason, some media outlets and politicians have labeled Antifa as an extremist group.
The image above comes from an official post on the White House website regarding Antifa. In the U.S., President Trump and conservative media have described Antifa as engaging in violent, destructive, and even terroristic acts, designating it as a domestic terrorist organization and calling for a strong crackdown.
Current Situation
President Trump has emphasized that deploying the National Guard to Portland is a necessary measure to restore law and order and ensure public safety. However, there has not yet been any official announcement confirming whether National Guard troops have actually been deployed in Portland.
Currently, small-scale protests are taking place around the ICE facility in Portland, and there have been reports of clashes between some protesters and federal agents. Overall, the city remains relatively stable, and some have argued that President Trump’s description of Portland as a “war-ravaged city” does not reflect the actual local situation.
Portland Mayor Keith Wilson has opposed the deployment of the National Guard, asserting that military intervention is not needed in the city. Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has also requested that President Trump “call off the National Guard deployment.”
Reactions in the U.S.
Among Portland residents, opinions are divided regarding the deployment of the National Guard. Some support the deployment, believing it can strengthen public safety, while others express concern, viewing it as excessive federal intervention in Portland’s local affairs.
Related Impact and Outlook
The deployment of the National Guard in Portland is having significant effects not only in Portland but across the United States. It has raised the possibility of federal intervention in other cities, and political conflicts between the left and right have also intensified. President Trump views this deployment as an "unavoidable measure to restore law and order" and has indicated the potential for National Guard deployments in other cities in the future.
President Trump’s decision to deploy the National Guard in Portland reflects ongoing disputes over authority between the federal and local governments, the balance between public safety and individual freedoms, and broader political tensions. Discussions are likely to continue regarding the legal, political, and social impacts of such National Guard deployments in the future.
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