The Portland Van Abductions

2/24/2023

This article covers the controversy surrounding the deployment of unmarked vans by federal officers during protests in Portland in 2020. The article discusses how these vans, which were part of the Department of Homeland Security's efforts to suppress protests, were used to detain protestors without proper identification or explanation. It highlights the concerns raised by civil rights advocates and legal experts regarding the legality and constitutionality of these actions. The article also explores the broader context of the protests and the growing tension between local officials and federal law enforcement. It examines the impact of these tactics on the protests and the outrage they generated among protestors and the public.

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