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The FBI is investigating a shooting involving U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents in Portland, Oregon, that wounded two people near the 10000 block of Main Street around 2:15 p.m. local time Thursday.
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FBI Portland said on X in a since deleted post, "FBI Portland is investigating an agent involved shooting that happened at approximately 2:15pm near the 10000 block of Main St. in Portland involving Customs and Border Patrol Agents in which 2 individuals were wounded. This remains and [sic] active and ongoing investigation led by the FBI. Please follow this thread for updates regarding this matter."
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Why It Matters
The shooting comes just one day after a federal agent shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis.
The shooting in Minnesota immediately raised broader concerns about the use of force by federal agencies and the ongoing debates over protections and community safety. The gunfire has prompted calls for accountability and a halt to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in American cities.
What We Know
“We are still in the early stages of this incident,” Portland Chief Bob Day said in a statement. “We understand the heightened emotion and tension many are feeling in the wake of the shooting in Minneapolis, but I am asking the community to remain calm as we work to learn more.”
In a news release, Portland police said they responded to a call around 2:18 p.m. of a shooting, adding that the department was not involved in the incident.
Police say that upon arrival in the area of Northeast 146th Avenue and East Burnside, officers found a man and woman with gunshot wounds. They were transported to a hospital, and their conditions are unknown. "Officers have determined the two people were injured in the shooting involving federal agents," the release says.
Both scenes have been secured, officers added.
When reached for comment, the Portland Police Department forwarded Newsweek the release about the shooting.
Portland Democratic Mayor Keith Wilson released a statement about the shooting, saying in part that "Just one day after the horrific violence in Minnesota at the hands of federal agents, our community here in Portland is now grappling with another deeply troubling incident. Earlier this afternoon, two people were shot and injured by federal agents in the Hazelwood neighborhood."
Wilson called for ICE to end all operations in the city "until a full investigation can be completed."
What People Are Saying
Tricia McLaughlin, assistant secretary for the Department of Homeland Security, on X Thursday night: "Here are the facts: At 2:19 PST, US Border Patrol agents were conducting a targeted vehicle stop in Portland, Oregon. The passenger of the vehicle and target is a Venezuelan illegal alien affiliated with the transnational Tren de Aragua prostitution ring and involved in a recent shooting in Portland.
"The vehicle driver is believed to be a member of the vicious Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua. When agents identified themselves to the vehicle occupants, the driver weaponized his vehicle and attempted to run over the law enforcement agents. Fearing for his life and safety, an agent fired defensive shots. The driver drove off with the passenger, fleeing the scene. This situation is evolving and more information is forthcoming."
Oregon U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley, a Democrat, on X Thursday: "Huge concern about a reported shooting of two individuals by federal agents outside Portland Adventist Hospital. My team and I are closely monitoring this situation and are working hard to get answers. I will share any updates as I learn more. Please keep protests of Trump's ICE/CBP peaceful, as Trump wants to generate riots. Don't take the bait."
What Happens Next
Local and federal law enforcement officers continue their investigation.
Update 1/8/26, 8:14 p.m. ET: This article has been updated with additional information.
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