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Portland councilor backpedals on open carry proposal
Portland councilor backpedals on open carry proposal
Portland councilor backpedals on open carry proposal

Published on: 02/20/2026

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Councilor Loretta Smith said she felt concerned about her safety after a Wednesday anti-ICE protest.

A Portland city councilor who Thursday said she wanted councilors to be allowed to openly carry firearms while conducting city business has walked back her stance.

News Source : https://www.oregonlive.com/portland/2026/02/portland-councilor-backpedals-on-open-carry-proposal.html

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