Bryce Dole

The president's announcement came as hundreds of people visited downtown Portland for New Year's Eve.

Among them was Holly Romero, a retired yoga instructor.

Stephen Martin, a fertility clinic specialist, had a different view.

State and local leaders were locked in a court fight with the president for months.

Trump tried to send the National Guard to protect the ICE facility in Portland, but a federal judge blocked him from doing so.

Governor Tina Kotek called the news, quote, a big win for Oregonians and for the rule of law.

For NPR News, I'm Bryce Dole.