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Oregon Senators Unite with Colleagues in Legal Battle Against Trump’s National Guard Deployment in L.A.

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Los Angeles, California — Oregon Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley have joined a coalition of 18 lawmakers in a lawsuit aimed at blocking President Donald Trump’s recent decision to deploy National Guard troops to Los Angeles. This legal challenge, spearheaded by California Governor Gavin Newsom, raises concerns about the implications of federal military deployment amid ongoing state matters. The legal action comes in response to Trump’s mobilization of thousands of troops in an effort reportedly aimed at addressing public safety issues. Governors across the nation have expressed apprehensions about the federal government’s military presence, … Read more

Oregon Governor Stands Firm on Sanctuary Policies Amid Federal Funding Threats

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Oregon’s capital city is embroiled in a contentious standoff between state officials and the federal government over immigration policies. Governor Tina Kotek is among a cohort of elected leaders nationwide who recently received a stern warning from U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi regarding sanctuary jurisdictions. This communication indicates that jurisdictions identified as sanctuary areas may face the loss of federal funding and potential criminal prosecution if found to be obstructing federal immigration enforcement. In correspondence sent out on Thursday, Bondi emphasized that sanctuary policies must be reevaluated. She set a deadline of August 19 for … Read more

Oregon Sees Surge in Federal Requests for Immigration Enforcement Support Amid Rising Sanctuary Law Concerns

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Oregon has experienced a notable surge in requests from federal officials for assistance with immigration enforcement, a state report revealed in July. Specifically, local police departments have reported a staggering 265% increase in such requests, while calls to the state’s “Sanctuary Promise Violations Hotline” have surged even more. The current iteration of the Oregon Sanctuary Act, which was enacted in 2021, allows the public to file lawsuits against local law enforcement or governments that are found to be improperly aiding federal immigration authorities. To date, only one coalition has successfully navigated this legal avenue. The … Read more

Oregon Lawmakers Rally for Justice as Family of Four U.S. Citizen Children Faces Immigration Turmoil at Canadian Border

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PORTLAND, Ore. — A Portland family, including four U.S. citizen children, has been in federal custody since late June after a visit to the Canadian border. Jackie Merlos and her children were detained on June 28, and since then, they have been denied contact with family members and legal counsel. A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order on Monday, requiring the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to keep the family in Washington state while legal proceedings unfold. Merlos does not currently hold U.S. citizenship but has a pending application for a U visa, … Read more