Trump Calls on Portland Mayor to Use National Guard Amid Unrest

Trump Calls on Portland Mayor to Use National Guard Amid Unrest
President Donald Trump takes questions from the media on the tarmac at Morristown Municipal Airport in Morristown, N.J., on Aug. 9, 2020. Jim Watson/AFP via Getty Images
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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The city of Portland should call in the Oregon National Guard to deal with months of rioting, protests, and general unrest, said President Donald Trump in a statement on Monday.

“Portland, which is out of control, should finally, after almost 3 months, bring in the National Guard. The Mayor and Governor are putting people’s lives at risk. They will be held responsible. The Guard is ready to act immediately. The Courthouse is secured by Homeland!” he wrote on Twitter.
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
Jack Phillips is a breaking news reporter who covers a range of topics, including politics, U.S., and health news. A father of two, Jack grew up in California's Central Valley. Follow him on X: https://twitter.com/jackphillips5
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