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'No Kings' rallies end peacefully in Portland with resounding message: 'We cannot be silent'
Tens of thousands across Oregon and Washington — and nationwide — peacefully marched in the "No Kings" demonstrations; Portland police said no arrests were made.
At least 40,000 to 50,000 Portlanders took to downtown streets yesterday, Saturday, October 18, to march, wave signs, and raise their voices against the increasingly authoritarian policies of President Trump—though some estimated the crowd size to be much larger.
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After ‘No Kings,’ protesters tear gassed at Portland ICE facility
The scene outside the ICE facility took a darker turn as federal agents deployed tear gas on the crowd around 4:30 p.m. and detained at least one person over the course of the next hour.
“No Kings” rallies unfolded across the United States on Saturday and reporters and photographers from the parent company of The Oregonian/OregonLive documented dozens of them, from Portland to Boston. The largest of Portland rallies gathered at Tom McCall Waterfront Park and drew 40,000 people, police said.
Jennifer Lawrence showed off her sexy side in a risque dress. Lawrence, 35, gave fans a peek at her curves while striking a pose on the red carpet at the Die, My Love premiere during the 69th annual BFI London Film Festival at the Royal Festival Hall in London, on Friday, October 17. For the
Organizers say they expect even larger crowds than those that gathered in June to protest the Trump administration's actions. In Maine, rallies are planned for Portland, Lewiston-Auburn, Augusta and dozens of other communities.
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Free beer for frogs? Portland restaurants, bars support ‘No Kings’ protests with discounted drafts
Local promotions include free pints and pizza slices for protestors dressed in inflatable costumes (especially frogs)
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Police activate Incident Command Team ahead of Portland’s ‘No Kings’ rallies
While PPB's role is public safety and supporting constitutionally protected activity, part of our role is to address criminal acts."