A federal judge has blocked President Trump’s effort to send Oregon’s National Guard to Portland, where ICE agents face nightly unrest from black bloc militants. Despite the temporary restraining order, the administration remains intent on defending federal personnel amid escalating tensions.

President Trump’s proposal to deploy federal troops to Portland in response to ongoing protests outside immigration facilities has sparked an outcry from Oregon Sen. Jeff Merkley, who denounced the move as “unneeded.” At stake are broader national issues, including a looming government shutdown and preparations for a high-profile meeting between President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.