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Trump announced plans on Saturday to send troops to Portland, Oregon, to protect ICE facilities, but local leaders oppose the move as unlawful.

Portland residents are confused and angry, viewing the deployment as a political ploy.

Pacific Northwest leaders, including Seattle's mayor and Washington's governor, are preparing for potential impacts.

PORTLAND, Ore. - President Donald Trump has announced plans to send troops to Portland, Oregon , citing the need to protect ICE facilities and combat Antifa. The announcement, made Saturday, described Portland as "war-ravaged," and armored vehicles were reportedly seen around the city Friday night.

Locals in Portland remained confused by the deployment, seen shopping at farmers markets and walking their dogs with people riding Li

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