Renn Cannon

Feds Step in to Prosecute Criminal Rioters in Portland as Local DA Stands Down

The DOJ announced it will prosecute 74 people for crimes committed during violent protests that have occurred nightly in Portland, Oregon.

28 Aug 2020, 3:31 PM PST

PORTLAND, OR - AUGUST 22: Protesters and Portland police clash while dispersing a crowd gathered in front of the Portland Police Bureau North Precinct early in the morning on August 22, 2020 in Portland, Oregon. Friday marked the 86th night of protests in Portland following the death of George Floyd. …