News about Portland

In moments of dissent, there are always those who rush in to score political points. But this isn’t a moment for politics. This is a moment for clarity. So, let me be clear: Peaceful protest is protected in America. Violent protest is not protected. It’s against the law.

I support the right to freedom of expression, but criminal destruction, intimidation, and violence are not free speech. Thank you @PortlandPolice for your methodical and professional efforts to address the criminal behavior that has tainted otherwise peaceful gatherings. pic.twitter.com/CXgXeYrp4L

Dispatch from the hours leading up to this morning's police sweep of Portland State University's protest: www.opb.org/article/2024/05/02/portland-state-sweep-sense-worry/

BREAKING… a large @PortlandPolice presence has arrived outside the @Portland_State library where protesters have been barricaded inside for several days. Loudspeakers are broadcasting messages for people to leave. Stay with @KATUNews for details #LiveOnK2 pic.twitter.com/s79IxA0MKz