Judge restricts use of tear gas on protesters at Portland ICE facility

February 4, 2026, 2:59 AM EST
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PORTLAND, Oregon (Fox News) — Judge issues temporary order restricting federal officers from using tear gas at ICE building protests

Key Facts:

  • U.S. District Judge Michael Simon in Oregon instructs federal officers not to use tear gas or projectiles on non-threatening individuals
  • Order prohibits shooting at a person’s head, neck, or torso unless legally justified
  • Ruling comes after ACLU lawsuit on behalf of protesters and journalists
  • Portland Mayor demands ICE leave city after federal agents use tear gas on peaceful protesters

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    Federal agents tossing tear gas at protesters in front of ICE building in Portland, Oregon

    Tensions Rise:

  • Lawsuit describes instances of excessive force against peaceful protesters and journalists
  • Portland Mayor condemns federal officers’ use of chemical munitions
  • Residents of affordable housing complex sue to restrict tear gas use due to repeated exposure

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    Tensions between anti-ICE demonstrators and federal officers across the country

    Mayor’s Response:

  • Mayor Wilson demands ICE leave city after tear gas incident
  • Mayor calls out federal officers for violence and trampling of the Constitution
  • Mayor urges ICE employees to resign and federal officers to reflect on their actions

    The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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