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Videos depict groups of militants on skateboards and with fabricated shields, engaging in graffiti, mock shootings, and offensive chanting. One resident described the scene as a "war zone," complaining that law enforcement does little to curb the constant chaos despite mounting public pressure.
The Role of Local and Federal Authorities
Critics argue that Portland's local government and police have been overly permissive, allowing militants to operate freely under the guise of free speech, which they contend is misrepresented as domestic terrorism. Despite dozens of arrests—including eleven federally charged individuals—protesters continue to gather nightly, attacking federal facilities and obstructing law enforcement.