Portland Mayor Condemns Federal Troop Plan, Disputes Riot Videos

The New York Post reported on September 28, 2025, that Portland Mayor Keith Wilson condemned President Donald Trump’s plan to send federal troops to Oregon's largest city. Wilson claimed that videos circulating of anti-ICE riots were from years ago and not from recent events. The president's proposal followed a week of protests focused on the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) building in the city.

washingtonexaminer.com reported, President Trump stated the deployment was necessary to protect federal facilities from what he called “domestic terrorists.” In response, Mayor Wilson stated that the number of necessary troops is "zero" and that there was no need for federal intervention. The disagreement highlights a conflict between city and federal authorities over jurisdiction and the management of protests. The situation remains unresolved as local officials, including Oregon Governor Tina Kotek, continue to push back against the planned federal action.