National guard deployed to Portland as Trump Faces Mounting Scrutiny
Portland, Oregon – October 21, 2025 – The Department of Defense authorized the deployment of National Guard troops to Portland, Oregon, late yesterday, October 20, 2025, amid escalating protests following the recent conviction of several key figures associated with the “No Kings” movement. Simultaneously, investigations targeting vocal critics of former President Donald Trump are intensifying, raising concerns about potential political motivations.
The move to federalize National Guard units in Portland comes as demonstrations, initially sparked by the November 2024 election results and subsequent legal challenges, have grown increasingly volatile.While authorities anticipate further unrest, a source close to the Trump campaign, speaking on condition of anonymity, stated, “We won’t see any battles, but we may see a lot of violence.” This deployment underscores the fragile state of civil order in several major US cities as the nation grapples with deep political divisions. The situation is particularly sensitive given Trump’s ongoing efforts to discredit the electoral process and his continued influence over a significant segment of the population.
The investigations into Trump critics are reportedly focused on allegations of obstruction of justice and the dissemination of classified details.Several prominent journalists and former government officials have confirmed receiving subpoenas in recent weeks, prompting accusations of a politically motivated witch hunt.These developments coincide with increasing tensions surrounding Venezuela, where a potential military escalation looms, fueled by US involvement and the ongoing conflict between the Maduro regime and opposition forces. The Biden administration has yet to comment directly on the investigations, but sources indicate a growing internal debate over the appropriate response to perceived overreach by Trump-aligned factions within the Justice Department.
