As Dept. of Homeland Security agents continue to wield batons and tear gas against Portland protesters, frustration is rising between demonstrators calling for nonviolent action and activists determined to push out federal officers by any means necessary.
The crowds in Portland had decreased in size by June but repeated use of force by federal officers in July reenergized protesters and drew national attention. The city itself is split on how to respond to the ongoing unrest.
Earlier this month, a federal court in Oregon issued a temporary restraining order against Portland police, limiting their use of tear gas, rubber bullets and pepper spray to instances in which the safety of the public or police is at risk. The mayor and Oregon Gov. Kate Brown have criticized the presence of homeland security agents and repeatedly asked the government to withdraw its forces. Earlier in the week, Wheeler said Trump doesn't understand what’s happening in Portland and
were caught in the melee and forced to retreat. They coughed away the tear gas, chugging water and fanning out their eyes. Despite her injuries, Lindseth said she continues to participate in the protests for her 3-year-old daughter.
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