Yesterday’s protest ultimately resulted in multiple arrests and injuries. Authorities furthermore confiscated various weapons, including knives, stun guns, chemical sprays and more. Apprehended individuals faced charges of unlawful weapons use, disorderly conduct, interference with police, etc. Throughout the duration of protests, law enforcement officers worked mightily to prevent physical contact between as many members on both sides as possible.
Antifa hurling ethnic slurs at black Portland police officer pic.twitter.com/ck5uNHMdI2
— Jack Posobiec 🇺🇸 (@JackPosobiec) August 17, 2019
The Portland protest remained in the works for quite some time with city authorities bracing themselves. On Saturday, Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler noted his focus on maintaining public safety.
More on AntiFa and the Potential “Organization of Terror” Classification
For quite some time, the right-wing has cited AntiFa’s often violent actions as evidence of homegrown terrorism. Furthermore, AntiFa regularly faces censure by those who view the group as perpetuating fascism, despite their name.
