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'Don't' Take The Bait': Dem Senator WARNS Portland Protesters

2025-10-01 Entertainment
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Critique of Domestic Military Deployment and Gaza Humanitarian Strategy

Discover the constitutional argument against deploying federal troops within US cities and understand the visible evidence Senator Merkley witnessed supporting claims of ethnic cleansing in Gaza.

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  • Senator Merkley details how the planned federalization of Oregon National Guard troops under Title 10 authority sets a dangerous authoritarian precedent.
  • He asserts that the level of unrest in Portland fails to meet historical criteria for "invasion or rebellion," which are necessary justifications.
  • Merkley reports directly from the Gaza border, describing widespread destruction suggesting a deliberate strategy of ethnic cleansing through property destruction and enforced starvation.
  • He advocates for immediate US action, including demanding a ceasefire and recognizing a Palestinian state to break the cycle of violence. This discussion centers on immediate political threats involving executive overreach domestically, contrasted with an urgent report on humanitarian devastation abroad, offering critical insights into constitutional boundaries and international law violations.

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Top Comments (10)

@tallgirl195 2025-10-01

That's my senator! The one who never took AIPAC money 💚

138 6 replies
@stephenbailey9969 2025-10-01

False flag operation from Patel's FBI being prepared.

97 2 replies
@DonnaMM6361 2025-10-01

This interview is very substantial. I appreciate this Senator stepping up on both accounts.

83 5 replies
@faviann 2025-10-01

5:08 I'm so confused. What was that question from Emily? Are we talking about bar fights warranting sending the army to a city?

58 10 replies
@MJC1891 2025-10-01

This is scary.

52 9 replies
@RedSunriseOnTheHorizon 2025-10-02

People should not be afraid to protest

14 3 replies
@CatarinaPinto-m7y 2025-10-01

Wow, after all it is that simple for a politician to say the truth about Gaza...

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@TheJadeJester 2025-10-02

Trump being deathly afraid of women with placards sounds on point.

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@3rdandlong 2025-10-01

It's about time someone started cracking down on suspicious Latte' consumption and skateboarding on Waterfront Park.

1
@jedison2441 2025-10-01

Portland Lt Captain already stated under oath in court that ICE agents have been the ones starting violence.

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