Oregon Governor Trashes Trump

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek (D) is defying President Trump’s plan to send National Guard troops to Portland, even as violent crime and attacks on federal facilities reach alarming levels.

At a Saturday morning press conference, Kotek dismissed the need for federal help, claiming Portland can handle its own public safety despite rising violence under Democrat leadership.

“I’ve been very clear with President Trump and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem that Portland and Oregon are fully capable of handling our own public safety needs,” Kotek declared. “There is no insurrection, no national security threat, and no need for military troops in our city.”

Trump: Portland Is “Under Siege” by Radical Left Extremists

President Trump strongly disagreed, warning that Portland’s ICE facilities are at serious risk due to far-left extremist activity, including violent groups like Antifa.

President Trump announced on Truth Social that, following a request from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, he has instructed Secretary of War Pete Hegseth to send whatever forces are required to Portland. He emphasized that the deployment’s mission is to secure ICE facilities and safeguard federal agents from Antifa and other violent domestic extremists, adding that “full force” will be used if necessary.

This move comes days after a brutal attack on an ICE field office in Texas, where one detainee was killed and two others were severely injured. The incident has heightened concerns about escalating violence targeting federal law enforcement nationwide.

Crime Surge Exposes Portland’s Safety Crisis

Despite Kotek’s claims that Portland is safe, city crime data tells a very different story.

By the end of August, Portland had reported:

• 1,982 aggravated assaults
• 2,595 burglaries
• 25 homicides

While these numbers are slightly lower than 2024’s figures, they remain alarmingly high for a city of Portland’s size.

Critics argue that years of soft-on-crime policies from Democrat leaders have created a dangerous environment where criminals operate with impunity.

Fact: Portland has seen a sharp decline in police presence after “Defund the Police” movements gutted local law enforcement budgets.

For many Portland residents, Trump’s offer to send federal troops represents the first serious effort to restore order.

Democrats Close Ranks to Oppose Federal Action

Governor Kotek is not alone in pushing back. She revealed that she contacted California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker to coordinate resistance to Trump’s troop deployments in Democrat-led states.

Rep. Suzanne Bonamici (D-Ore.) also dismissed Trump’s concerns, claiming she saw “no evidence” of unrest in Portland.

“I strongly oppose this action by the president,” Bonamici said at the press conference.

However, critics point out that Democrat leaders have a history of downplaying violence, even as their cities suffer from record-high crime rates and public safety crises.

Trump Prioritizes Law and Order Nationwide

President Trump has already deployed the National Guard to Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., and Memphis earlier this year after repeated attacks on federal facilities. These deployments have been credited with preventing further violence and protecting ICE officers who are often on the front lines of America’s immigration enforcement efforts.

By targeting far-left extremists and Antifa, Trump is sending a clear message that federal law and order will not be compromised, even in cities where local officials refuse to act.

Bottom Line: Who Will Protect Portland’s Citizens?

Governor Kotek’s refusal to accept federal help leaves many Portland residents wondering who will step up to keep them safe.

President Trump has drawn a line in the sand, vowing to protect ICE facilities, law enforcement, and law-abiding citizens — even if Democrat leaders stand in the way.

For conservatives, this battle isn’t just about Portland. It’s about whether America’s federal government will defend its people when local politicians prioritize politics over public safety.

America is watching closely — and the 2026 midterms may ultimately determine whether cities like Portland continue down the same path of chaos, or finally choose law and order over lawlessness.

Why This Matters

This story resonates with millions of Americans who are tired of seeing violent crime rise, police defunded, and federal law enforcement vilified. President Trump’s decisive action contrasts sharply with Democrat leaders’ failure to protect their communities — setting the stage for a pivotal political fight heading into 2026.