Maxine Bernstein

The Oregonian

Reporter covering law enforcement for The Oregonian.

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Protests in Portland, Oregon, began in May after the police killing of George Floyd.

Unrest grows in Portland after federal troops detain protestors. Local officials urge feds to leave

Protests in Portland, Oregon, began in May after the police killing of George Floyd.

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