Wheeler denounces shooting, trades blame with Trump

Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici also released a statement.

"Last night a man was killed in Portland. We do not know all of the details about what happened yet, but we do know that it followed days and weeks and years of hostile comments from President Trump designed to divide our country. A caravan devoted to his cause came to Portland yesterday with the intent to further inflame tensions, endangering our city. At the end of the night, a tragedy occurred. I send my condolences to the victim's family for their loss.

"We must remember why the protests in Portland began – the need to come together and make systemic changes that address the centuries of racist policies and law enforcement actions that have taken countless Black lives too soon. The House has passed the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act to help and I will continue to work for the change our community needs. At its core this movement is not about Trump or any political leader – it is about finally reckoning with our racist history, and choosing to build a future where all of us are truly safe and respected."