Federal Judge Issues Final Block on Trump's Portland Troop Plan
In a significant legal development, a United States district court judge has formally blocked former President Donald Trump from deploying the National Guard to the city of Portland, Oregon. The final order was delivered by Judge Karin Immergut on Friday, 25 October 2025.
Court Finds No Evidence of Uncontrolled Protests
Earlier in the week, Judge Immergut had imposed a temporary block on the Trump administration's plans, stating she "found no credible evidence" that the protests in the Oregon city had spiralled out of control. This assessment directly challenged the administration's justification for federalising the troops earlier in the autumn. The city of Portland and the state of Oregon had initiated legal proceedings against the deployment in September, leading to this ruling.
A Wider Pattern of Legal Challenges
This case represents the latest chapter in a series of legal confrontations that have unfolded over several weeks, not only in Portland but also in cities like Chicago. The Trump administration had repeatedly moved to federalise and deploy the National Guard onto city streets with the stated aim of quelling civil unrest.
The scene outside the ICE facility in Portland, where federal officers were seen standing guard on the day of the ruling, underscores the ongoing tensions that prompted the legal action. This final judicial order firmly prevents the proposed military intervention, marking a victory for local and state authorities who opposed the federal government's approach.
