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News – September 3, 2020

Today’s news summary: Protesters march to PPB’s North Precinct, 3 arrested, Trump review of funding to Portland, federal charges against protesters, several commentaries from activist/leaders on protests, several police oversight board members resign

KOIN.com: Night 97: Protesters march to PPB’s North Precinct, 3 arrested

KGW: Small group marches to North Precinct, police make 3 arrests (includes video)

How the fatal shooting of Patriot Prayer supporter in downtown Portland unfolded

Oregonian: Oregon State Police deputized by feds; unclear how many will assist with Portland protests

Oregonian: Trump orders review of federal funding to Portland, other ‘anarchist’ cities

Oregonian: Feds start leveling rare civil disorder charges against demonstrators for alleged violence at Portland protests

Oregonian: Medics must comply with lawful police orders to disperse during protests, judge rules

Oregon Public Broadcasting: Federal authorities signal a change in approach with new protest charges

Willamette Week: Eric Ward Feared Someone Would Be Killed in Portland’s Street Battles. He’s More Worried by What’s Next. (leader of local progressive non-profit)

Willamette Week: Major Downtown Property Owner Urges City Council to Address “Lawlessness You Are Endorsing Downtown”

Willamette Week: For Ted Wheeler’s Birthday, Protest Support Group Snack Bloc Released an “Infomercial” About Ending White Supremacy—and Called for His Resignation

Oregon Public Broadcasting: Activist’s worry: Trump, Wheeler rhetoric distracts from purpose of Portland protests (includes audio)

CNN: Portland police oversight board members resign over escalating tensions in the city

The Guardian (UK): Breadth of rightwing Portland protest network reveals energized Trump base

New York Times: What a 16-Year-Old Learned in Three Months of Portland Protests