Lawmakers Push Investigation of Unidentified Federal Troops in Oregon

Lawmakers Push Investigation of Unidentified Federal Troops in Oregon

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The video discusses the controversial actions of unidentified federal troops in Portland, who have been arresting protesters without explanation. This has led to calls for a federal investigation by US Attorney Billy J Williams, Oregon senators, and US representatives. Political leaders, including Oregon Governor Kate Brown and Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler, have criticized President Trump for prioritizing political theater over public safety. The ACLU has filed a lawsuit to prevent federal agents from using force against journalists and legal observers. Despite the criticism, Trump has praised the federal officers' actions. Protests against racial inequality and police brutality have continued for 50 nights, with federal officers charging several protesters with crimes.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What prompted US Attorney Billy J Williams to request an investigation?

A statement from the Portland mayor

A press release by Oregon senators

A video of federal troops arresting a protester

A peaceful protest in Portland

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Which rights did Oregon officials emphasize should be protected during protests?

First Amendment rights

Right to privacy

Right to bear arms

Second Amendment rights

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did Oregon Governor Kate Brown and Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler call upon to remove federal agents?

The American Civil Liberties Union

The Department of Homeland Security

President Donald Trump

The US Attorney

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What legal action did the ACLU take in response to the federal agents' actions?

Called for the resignation of the Portland mayor

Requested more federal troops in Portland

Filed a lawsuit to protect journalists and legal observers

Supported the actions of federal officers

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What have demonstrators in Portland been protesting against for 50 nights?

Federal troop presence

Racial inequality and police brutality

Economic policies

Environmental issues