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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 12h

Portland will continue to stand up for our citizens’ First Amendment rights—every step of the way.

Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 12h

What we’re seeing in Portland is unconstitutional. Using American cities as a “training ground” for military operations is a terrifying thought—and a dangerous abuse of power. Federal agents are using excessive force against Portlanders, deliberately fueling tension to justify their own overreach.

Mayor Wilson to feds: Your actions are ‘deeply disturbing'

After meeting with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, Portland Mayor Keith Wilson reaffirms Portland's commitment to free speech, says he will make decisions "in the best interest of Portland an...

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 2d

The City of Portland will continue to protect our citizens’ First Amendment rights.

The right to protest peacefully is as American as it gets. Yet the federal government has responded with excessive force on our streets. This is unacceptable.

Portland says federal government used excessive force against peaceful protesters

In response to a Department of Justice inquiry, Portland City Attorney rebuts charge of unequal enforcement at ICE facility.

www.portland.gov

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 2d

Cities and states are fully capable of self-governance and maintaining public order when necessary. This is yet another example of dangerous federal overreach that undermines the norms and laws of the United States.

I wish the Governor and the people of Illinois success in their lawsuit.

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 2d

Illinois is now in court resisting the federal deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago.

I’m not on the ground there, but I trust @govpritzker.illinois.gov when they say Chicago does not need military intervention.

Illinois and Chicago sue the Trump administration over National Guard deployment

The parties are asking a judge to block the Trump administration from federalizing the Illinois National Guard and from sending to Illinois any guard members from other states, including Texas.

www.npr.org

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 3d

Portland will continue to self-govern, maintain public order, and protect the First Amendment rights of Oregonians.

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 3d

Another update: the court has blocked the deployment of federalized National Guard troops from ALL states and Washington D.C. to Oregon. This was based on the facts: there is no justification for a federal military presence on our streets.

Judge issues new broader order barring any National Guard from relocating to Oregon

Judge asked federal government lawyer: 'Do you believe this is an appropriate way to deal with a judge’s order that you disagree with?'

www.oregonlive.com

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 3d

There is no justification for a federal military presence on our streets. The City will take every lawful step to enforce the judge’s decision and protect Portlanders’ rights.

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 3d

Federalized California National Guard troops landed in Oregon last night. This is a deeply concerning and dangerous overreach that undermines the norms and laws of the United States.

Portland won its case in court. Our city has been protesting peacefully. That remains true—nothing has changed.

Kotek: California National Guard arrives in Oregon, on Trump’s orders

Gov. Gavin Newsom said President Trump deployed California troops to Oregon after a federal judge temporarily blocked his use of Oregon troops.

www.oregonlive.com

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 4d

Portlanders have been protesting peacefully. We knew it. And now the has court confirmed it.

Portland is not on fire, and certainly isn’t a threat to national security. This ruling shows that Oregon is standing firm and can self-govern. This is a win for Portland, and for all of us.

The Oregonian @oregonian.com · 4d

A judge on Saturday ordered the Trump administration to halt its mobilization of 200 Oregon National Guard troops to protect the ICE building in Portland and its officers amid nightly protests.

www.oregonlive.com/crime/2025/1...

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 5d

I ask that you take this experience back to your city, talk about it, and help shut down this false narrative.

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 5d

This week, Portland hosted leaders from nearly every city in Oregon for the League of Oregon Cities annual conference. A few arrived concerned by national headlines, only to discover the reality: it’s just another day here in Portland.

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 6d

Once more for the record: federal troops are not needed in Portland. It's a waste of taxpayer's $10 million.

Thank you @tinakotek.bsky.social for calling this out.

Oregon gov says Trump troop deployment could cost taxpayers up to $10M

That’s a significant increase over estimates released by the Oregon Military Department Tuesday.

www.oregonlive.com

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 7d

Federal activity, parking hours rolled back, unions, and more—all in my September Newsletter.

Read it here: bit.ly/46xOp3S

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 7d

Thank you @mayorkwilson.bsky.social for the shoutout and for working closely with me to make this important change happen.

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 7d

We did it! Starting today, downtown parking hours roll back to 7 p.m.

The City is pausing the 10 p.m. extension, with the exception of some event districts.

This is a big win—for Portlanders, for downtown, and for the role City Council plays in decision-making.

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 8d

Portland is home.

There is no situation here that requires increased federal presence, and certainly not federal troops on our streets.

Oregon sues Trump admin over National Guard deployment

YouTube video by CNN

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 9d

Let Portland leaders lead.

Our city is working as it should. Police, fire, and rescue are handling the same calls as any major metro area. We are a different administration with a different approach: we respect Portlanders' First Amendment rights while maintaining public order.

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 12d

This is one of the biggest moments of these new officers’ lives, and it’s always an honor to be part of it.

Congratulations to our newest officers and thank you to @ppbchief.bsky.social for your leadership in achieving the largest hiring class since the ‘90s.

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 14d

Portland is moving in the right direction, and I look forward to Downtown Portland Clean & Safe’s year-end report.

Read the full report here: downtownportland.org/2025-summer-...

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 14d

Portland is the city that walks.

Between January and August of this year, Downtown welcomed over 1 million more people than in 2024—a 5.6% increase. Each month brought steady growth, with Portlanders and visitors enjoying meals, shopping, seeing movies, and simply walking our city’s streets.

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 19d

This week I stopped by Hoyt Arboretum, where more than 6,000 trees from across the globe grow—including rare and endangered species. It’s ranked one of the top 100 arboretums in the world, and it’s free for everyone to enjoy.

Thanks for the tour, Anna.

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 19d

The extension of parking hours wasn’t decided by Council; it was made unilaterally by the mayor’s office.

Council should have a voice in decisions like this, and I appreciate my colleagues’ commitment to reaffirming our authority.

Council Mulls Revoking Extended Paid Parking Hours, Citing Administrative Overreach

The City Council on Thursday discussed revoking Mayor Keith Wilson’s decision to extend paid parking hours in some parts of the city.

www.wweek.com

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 20d

Swimming? Check. Skateboarding? Check. VR games, yoga, weightlifting, and even a water slide? All under one roof at the Southwest Community Center in Gabriel Park.

Thank you LiUNA Local 483 for the tour and for the great work you are doing for our community.

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 21d

Regardless of land use technicalities, the masked, unidentifiable tactics we’re seeing on the streets of Portland and other American cities is cowardly and counter to every principle of civil law enforcement.

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