Federal inspectors general agree to open investigation into use of force against Portland protesters

Sen. Ron Wyden and Reps. Earl Blumenauer and Suzanne Bonamici joined Merkley in the request for an investigation.

"The militarized federal forces Trump sent to Portland have ignited fear and violence in our community," Bonamici said. "The unidentified officers and their tear gas, abductions, batons, and bullets are endangering Oregonians. The administration and the federal officers who have engaged in violent clashes against protestors exercising their First Amendment rights must be held accountable for their actions. I am encouraged that the Inspectors General at DHS and DOJ have heeded our call for investigations, and we will continue to demand answers."