Tensions continue to rise outside the ICE facility in Portland as protests escalate, leading to multiple arrests and confrontations between demonstrators and law enforcement. Despite a judge blocking the deployment of the National Guard, federal agents have employed tear gas and made arrests in response to the unrest. Protests have drawn attention from both local communities and federal officials, with criticism directed at the federal response and accusations of constitutional violations against demonstrators. The Portland police chief has publicly stated that the city is capable of handling the situation without additional federal support, while lawsuits are being prepared against both federal agents and local police for their actions during the protests. As the situation evolves, activists express concerns over the use of force and the impact of governmental tactics on civil rights.