Tensions rise as the Trump administration prepares to deploy National Guard troops to Portland, citing concerns over civil disturbances and violence related to ICE facilities. While some Portland residents see the need for federal intervention to restore order, local leaders, including Mayor Keith Wilson and Governor Tina Kotek, vehemently oppose the move, asserting that the city does not need federal troops. Critics argue that the deployment may violate longstanding laws and could cost taxpayers millions. The Pentagon has confirmed the mobilization of 200 troops, and preparations for deployment are underway, despite lawsuits from Oregon officials aiming to halt the military action. As the situation develops, the local community remains divided on the necessity and implications of the federal presence in the city.