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Portland mayor condemns rioters for ‘attempting to commit murder’

By Andrew Mark Miller
Published August 7, 2020 3:06pm ET
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Portland mayor condemns rioters for ‘attempting to commit murder’
Oregon Treasurer Ted Wheeler gives a speech announcing his decision to run for mayor of Portland on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2015 in Portland, Ore. Wheeler, who is prevented by term limits from seeking re-election to his state office, is challenging incumbent Charlie Hales. (AP Photo/Jonathan J. Cooper) | (AP Photo/Jonathan J. Cooper)

Portland, Oregon, Mayor Ted Wheeler condemned the actions of rioters who he says are “attempting to commit murder.”

He also warned the violent demonstrators that they are helping President Trump’s campaign.

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