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Mayor Wilson Responds Following Meeting with Secretary Noem: 'Portland continues to manage public safety professionally and responsibly' Discussions centered on federal enforcement actions and their impact on Portland communities

"As Mayor, it is my responsibility to protect our community from the federal government's increasingly unpredictable and escalating actions that we continue to face."

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‘Do not fail Portland’ city urges Trump DOJ in response to police probe The city of Portland claims federal agents allow conservative journalists special access while cracking down on anti-ICE protesters and deploying unnecessary use of force.

'Does the Civil Rights Division of the U.S. Department of Justice care about the Constitution anymore?' Portland's city attorney asked in a letter to the US DOJ on Mon.

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Portland says federal government used excessive force against peaceful protesters In response to a Department of Justice inquiry, Portland City Attorney rebuts charge of unequal enforcement at ICE facility.

News: Portland City Attorney Robert Taylor today sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Justice contending that the federal government is "failing its solemn duty" to uphold the rights of all people -- "even those with whom the administration disagrees."

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'Portland will defend the rule of law and the rights of our residents' – Mayor responds to activation of California guard One day after a judge blocked the mobilization of the Oregon National Guard, the federal government instead activated California National Guard troops. Portland Mayor Keith Wilson responds.

“Portland remains committed to protecting the right to protest and safeguarding our community's safety. I've said from the very beginning, the number of federal troops needed or wanted in our city is zero.”

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Judge halts Trump’s troop deployment in Portland The State of Oregon and City of Portland's motion for a temporary restraining order over the deployment of the Oregon National Guard has been granted. The temporary restraining order lasts through Oct...

"Today's outcome is proof that Portlanders' commitment to peaceful expression and civic unity truly matters," said Mayor Keith Wilson.

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Oregon gov. says Trump troop deployment could cost taxpayers up to $10M That’s a significant increase over estimates released by the Oregon Military Department Tuesday.

Oregon gov. says Trump troop deployment could cost taxpayers up to $10M

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Mayors across Portland region denounce Trump’s planned troop deployment “Enforcement of civil immigration laws by militarized forces has no legitimate role in our community,” their statement reads.

 “In my moments of doubt, I worry that Portland will go alone as we have in the past,” he said. “When I look around the room today, I know we are more together than we have ever been.”

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Governor Tina Kotek and Mayor Keith Wilson both present at a protest against Trump’s plans to deploy National Guard troops to Portland. “Oregonians know this is bullshit,” Kotek says.

BREAKING NEWS: Oregon sues Trump administration over unlawful federalization of National Guard. Read more.

“This may be a show of force, but that’s all it is: it’s just a big show,” Wilson said.

City Will File Land Use Violation Against Southwest Portland ICE Facility Sophie Peel

The city of Portland on Wednesday announced that it is planning to file a land use violation against the Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Southwest Portland this week.

City of Portland will issue land use violation notice for ICE facility, triggering process to determine next steps at the site The City of Portland believes the federal government violated detention conditions of its land use approval 25 times in a 10-month period, according to federal records. Next steps could include fines ...

The City of Portland will send a land use violation notice this Thursday for the U.S. ICE facility in SW Portland – launching a process to determine whether the site’s detention practices comply with the conditions of the site’s land use approval.

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36 Hours in Portland, Oregon: Things to Do and See There’s depth beyond Portland’s quirkiness, including one of the country’s finest dining scenes.

"Portland’s reputation for weirdness is warranted... But there's depth to Portland beyond its quirks."

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Donald Trump Jr. calls Portland, Seattle ‘craphole cities,’ hints at federal takeover of police forces President Donald Trump’s eldest son made the comments in an interview with Newsmax.

"Despite the rhetoric of Trump Jr. and other national figures about crime in Portland, the city has seen consistent declines in homicides and shootings year over year...

Killings in Portland dropped 51% in the first half of 2025 compared to 2024."

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Portland data shows what happens to crime rates near new overnight homeless shelters As Portland residents worry about the effects of new shelters in their neighborhoods, the city has released new crime data.

"Citing a desire from neighbors for more information about the new shelters, the city released data Wednesday showing that crime has not risen in the months following the opening of two overnight-only shelters the city opened earlier this year."

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Portland once again goes a month without a homicide – 2nd time this year The city has not recorded a homicide between May 12 and June 12, as well as between March 21 and April 21.

Oregonian: Portland once again goes a month without a homicide — 2nd time this year

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Portland mayor and Oregon governor propose suspending development fees to boost housing construction Portland Mayor Keith Wilson and Gov. Tina Kotek announced a plan Thursday to incentivize developers to build more new housing in Portland.

Since my first day in office, I’ve been focused on making it easier to build housing so people can find a home they can afford. Portlanders need progress, and I am proud to partner with @mayorkwilson.bsky.social to support new incentives for developers.

Leadership of the Portland Trail Blazers and Portland Timbers urge City Council to preserve the level of public safety funding in Mayor Wilson’s proposed budget.

Security guard from The Gan Jewish preschool in SW Portland got into a confrontation with a man in the back lot of the adjacent Fanno Creek Medical Clinic and shot him. @PortlandPolice said there’s nothing to indicate the Jewish school was targeted.

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Editorial peak: A proposal to jolt Portland’s housing market The Portland City Council should embrace a proposal presented by Portland Mayor Keith Wilson and Gov. Tina Kotek to temporarily waive development fees for housing construction in the city, the editori...

The proposal unveiled by Mayor Keith Wilson and Gov. Tina Kotek to waive SDC fees for housing construction for three years is a good move in this 10-year-old crisis. More of this please. Editorial peak: www.oregonlive.com/opinion/2025...

‘Portland is rising,’ Mayor Wilson says in State of the City speech, teases ‘back to basics’ budget “We need a clean, safe, livable city.”

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Portland Mayor Keith Wilson describes his 'boom loop' When a Portland-area economist said Portland was at or near an urban 'doom loop,' Mayor Wilson countered by describing his concept of a 'boom loop,' consisting of positivity, ambitious goals and faith...

How do you think the concept of a “boom loop” will be reflected in your budget?

Wilson: Any program that repairs, restores and revitalizes Portland is a budget priority. Now is the time to make decisions that build momentum and unlock economic opportunity.

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US judge blocks Trump from withholding funds from 16 'sanctuary' cities, counties

US judge blocks Trump from withholding funds from 16 'sanctuary' cities, counties reut.rs/4cJjDGw

Portland police, FBI announce results of one-month fentanyl crackdown operation The operation was carried out during the month of February, resulting in 46 arrests and the seizure of 20 firearms and more than 44 pounds of fentanyl.

KGW: The operation was carried out during the month of February, resulting in 46 arrests and the seizure of 20 firearms and more than 44 pounds of fentanyl.

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Oregon Senate votes overwhelmingly for $800 million ‘jock tax’ to fund major league ballpark Senators from both parties said baseball could be key to Portland's recovery.

Senators from both parties said baseball could be key to Portland's recovery.

Oregonian: According to the new data, 14,864 people were homeless in Portland in February. That’s nearly 3,000 more than the county estimated had been homeless in January 2024, a jump county officials attribute in part to their improved data collection work.

Nine ways to celebrate Earth Day 2025 in Portland Earth Day is a unique opportunity to honor our planet, celebrate our beautiful city, and work together to make our home even better for future generations. Here are nine ways for Portland to celebrate...

Nine ways to celebrate Earth Day 2025 in Portland.

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Oregon says it will refuse to comply with Trump’s DEI order on public schools Oregon believes it is already in compliance with federal law that prohibits discrimination based on race, color or national origin.

Add Oregon to the small-but-growing list of states that will refuse to comply with the Trump administration's orders to yank DEI initiatives from public schools or risk the loss of federal funding:
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