U.S. Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) has announced that approximately 200 soldiers have been placed in a Title 10 status to protect federal property and personnel in the Portland area. This decision allows the soldiers to carry out military protective activities as determined necessary by the Secretary of War.
The statement emphasizes the importance of ensuring the safety of federal personnel and property in the region. The deployment reflects ongoing concerns regarding security in Portland.
For further context on related issues, see recent developments regarding public sentiment on violence in the U.S.
More information can be found in the official press release from USNORTHCOM.