Senator Jeff Merkley, Portland Mayor Keith Wilson, and Governor Tina Kotek were all vocal in their opposition. Trump had previously designated Antifa as a “major terrorist organization” earlier this month. The White House has consistently emphasized incidents in Portland, which is home to one of the oldest organizations to carry the Antifa moniker, in its statements about the designation. By framing Portland as “war ravaged” and the protests as “under siege,” President Trump is using the power of the military to advance a political narrative that is at odds with the reality described by local leaders. Featured image credit: PICRYLFor more stories like it, click the +Follow button at the top of this page to follow us.