A federal judge scrutinizing whether the National Guard can deploy in Portland promised a ruling this weekend, though it remained unclear how far she would go before a looming deadline.

Federal officials declined to consent to further delay, giving U.S. District Judge Karin Immergut little choice but to work through the weekend to deliver a decision.

Meanwhile, a few dozen protesters — some in costume — kept a soggy vigil outside the Immigration and Customs Enforcement building in South Portland.

Here’s what we know.

Feds in Portland

Charges against ICE protesters have changed dramatically, records show

Judge to rule Sunday in Portland troop deployment case, aware of ‘looming’ deadline

Portland youth soccer games canceled over nearby ICE activity

Judge promises ruling on National G

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