Portland Leaders React to Border Patrol Shooting of Two Individuals

Shooting Incident and Initial Response

• 🎯 Two individuals were shot and wounded by Border Patrol agents in Portland, Oregon, during an incident that did not involve Portland police.
• 🏥 Officers responded to a call about a man shot and found both a male and female with apparent gunshot wounds, who were then transported to a local hospital.
• 🔍 The investigation into the shooting is being led by the FBI, with the Portland Police Bureau offering assistance.

Mayor's Call for ICE Operations Halt

• 🗣️ Portland Mayor Wheeler called for ICE to halt all operations in the city until a full and independent investigation is complete.
• 💔 The Mayor expressed grief and frustration, stating that Portland is not a training ground for militarized agents and that the federal government's actions are causing fear and division.
• 🤝 He emphasized the importance of community solidarity and standing together, drawing parallels to recent events in other cities.

Governor's Statement on Federal Actions

• 🚨 Governor Brown condemned the shooting as a result of a "reckless agenda" and stated that federal agents are shattering trust and undermining safety.
• ⚖️ She demanded transparency and cooperation from federal agencies with local law enforcement for a thorough investigation.
• 🕊️ The Governor urged Oregonians to remain united in peaceful opposition and not to take the bait of those seeking to cause chaos.

Senator's Perspective and Legislative Action

• 💬 Senator Jama, a resident of the Hazlewood neighborhood, expressed outrage and disbelief at the events, stating, "We do not need you. You're not welcome. And you need to get the hell out of our community."
• 📜 He announced plans to introduce legislation to minimize the impact of ICE in the community and protect residents fearful of federal actions.
• 🏡 The Senator reiterated that Oregon is a welcoming state and vowed to fight to keep it that way.

County's Stance and Support for Immigrants

• ✊ Multnomah County Chair Figer emphasized that federal agents should not be shooting people in Portland neighborhoods and called for an end to the terror and violence.
• 🚨 The County has extended an emergency declaration in response to the ongoing harm caused by ICE activity.
• 🤝 Support was pledged for immigrant and refugee neighbors, and for all those opposing injustice, highlighting the community's solidarity.

DHS Statement and Investigation Details

• 🛂 The Department of Homeland Security stated that agents were attempting to detain two individuals of Venezuelan descent, accusing them of being gang members.
• 🏥 The individuals, a man and woman, are hospitalized, with their conditions unknown.
• 🕵️ The FBI is leading the investigation, with the Portland Police Bureau providing support.