Speaking with moderator Kristen Welker, Schumer attacked the President for ignoring the wishes of local and state authorities. “What he’s done instead… the Governor of Oregon said, ‘We don’t need you.’ And yet he comes in and brings in these troops.”Please make a small donation to the Tampa Free Press to help sustain independent journalism. When asked by Welker if Congress could do anything to stop the deployment, Schumer was unequivocal. Please make a small donation to the Tampa Free Press to help sustain independent journalism. Connect with us: Follow the Tampa Free Press on Facebook and Twitter for breaking news and updates.