House Speaker Backs Federal ICE Response, Slams 'Naked Ride' Protest At Portland Facility
House Speaker Mike Johnson defended federal law enforcement’s posture at Portland’s South Waterfront ICE facility and condemned the Oct. 12 nude bike ride protest as “threatening” and “ugly.” Local officials say Portland police can manage demonstrations, while DHS Secretary Kristi Noem has accused local leaders of covering up criminal activity. The remarks add a national political spotlight to ongoing protests, arrests, and talk of National Guard involvement at the ICE site.
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