Homeland Security officials were outraged when violent anti-ICE protesters carrying knives, lasers, and fireworks stormed a federal facility in Portland, leading to several arrests. The 250-person rioting group attacked ICE officers in a coordinated assault, threatening them with a big knife and firing a Roman Candle at them. Assaults on ICE officers during enforcement operations have increased by a startling 500%, according to the Department of Homeland Security, underscoring the growing threat to those manning our borders.
Armed Protesters Assault Federal Officers
An angry mob of approximately 250 anti-ICE activists violently targeted a federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement field office in Portland, creating a dangerous situation for law enforcement. The rioters employed fireworks, lasers aimed at officers’ eyes, and various weapons in their coordinated assault on the facility.
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ANTIFA members directly THREATEN ICE agents in Portland, OR yelling:"WE'RE GONNA DOX YOU"
"WE'RE COMING FOR YOU"
"TIME FOR BED(d3ath threat)" outside the ICE facility there. 👀Why isn't ANTIFA declared a terrorist organization yet!? 🤨 pic.twitter.com/Lps3G9hIph
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Multiple individuals have been arrested on serious charges, including assault on federal officers and trespassing on government property. Among those detained was Eduardo Diaz, who was caught pointing a laser at officers while wearing a ballistic vest and gas mask, demonstrating the premeditated nature of these violent actions.
Dangerous Weapons and Tactical Equipment
The confrontation reached alarming levels when one rioter attempted to fire a Roman Candle firework directly at law enforcement personnel. Another protester threatened officers with a large knife, forcing federal agents to respond with flashbang devices to maintain control of the increasingly volatile situation.
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Federal Officals ARREST Antifa members at an ICE facility in Portland..
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Mariana M. Rivera-Loza was among those arrested for trespassing and was found in possession of a shield, indicating preparation for confrontation with authorities. Other protesters came equipped with tactical gear, explosives, and weapons designed to injure federal officers who were simply performing their duty to enforce immigration laws.
DHS Responds with Firm Stance
Department of Homeland Security officials report a staggering 413-500% increase in assaults against ICE officers during operations. This dramatic rise in violence against federal law enforcement comes amid ongoing opposition to President Trump’s policies aimed at enforcing immigration laws and securing America’s borders.
“Secretary [Kristi] Noem’s message to the rioters is clear: You will not stop us or slow us down. ICE and our federal law enforcement partners will continue to enforce the law. And if you lay a hand on a law enforcement officer, you will be fully prosecuted by the law.”
DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin expressed strong condemnation of the attacks, stating, “We won’t sit idly by and watch these cowards.” The Department has made it clear that despite the increasing danger, immigration enforcement operations will continue uninterrupted, and those who assault officers will face the full consequences of their actions.
This incident follows a pattern of similar violent protests in Portland, where federal law enforcement officers have previously been targeted with fireworks, smoke grenades, and rocks. Despite the ongoing threats and increasing violence, no law enforcement officers were seriously injured in this most recent attack. However, the dangerous escalation remains a serious concern for those tasked with upholding our nation’s immigration laws.
Sources:
https://www.newsweek.com/anti-ice-protests-immigration-portland-2088048