Revised Homeless Ordinance Passes, Portland Street Response Future, Marjorie Taylor Greene Flops

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Hey there, new Mercury readers! We're excited to have you on board, especially those who joined us on Twitter after our endorsement of Mike Schmidt over Nathan Vasquez in the upcoming Multnomah County District Attorney election. Vasquez, supported by the city's elite class, has faced criticism for his harsh anti-homeless policies, but the city council recently passed a revised version that still restricts certain activities while allowing public camping under certain conditions. Commissioner Rene Gonzalez, known for his cruel policies, has been a vocal critic of the homeless population but ultimately supported the revised proposal. Join Friends of Portland Street Response in protesting outside City Hall today to advocate for adequate funding for the successful program.

In Northwest Portland, the Montgomery Park area is undergoing a transformation with new affordable housing, green spaces, street redesigns, and an extension of the streetcar to improve connectivity. The Portland Public School board narrowly voted to allow the JROTC program in high schools, despite protests from some who view it as a recruitment tool for the military. Governor Tina Kotek faced backlash for sending a woman back to prison after she had completed her jail time, with the Oregon Supreme Court overturning her decision and ordering the woman's release.

Congress swiftly rejected Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's attempt to unseat House Speaker Mike Johnson, highlighting the widespread disdain for her controversial views. President Biden warned Israel of potential consequences if they continue their assault on Gaza, signaling a shift in US foreign policy. Stormy Daniels, a key figure in Trump's hush money case, faced questioning from his lawyers regarding their past interactions, highlighting the ongoing legal battles surrounding the former president.

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