“Night of Rest” On 12th Night of Portland Protests

PORTLAND, Ore. — For the first time in nearly two weeks, there were no marches on Tuesday night in Portland over the death of George Floyd and racial injustice.  Rally organizers called it a “Night of Rest” on the day that George Floyd was laid to rest in his hometown of Houston.

There was a large gathering at Revolution Hall in Southeast Portland where the crowd listened to speakers.

Large crowd at Revolution Hall tonight. Just a rally tonight, no march. Organizers say everyone needs a rest. pic.twitter.com/5ta7ygYXfP

— Mike Benner (@MikeBennerKGW) June 10, 2020

There was a smaller gathering outside the Multnomah County Justice Center downtown.  Police say large holes were cut in the fence surrounding the building and the officers guarding it.

The area inside the fence on SW 3rd between Main and Madison is closed. If you enter this area you are subject to arrest and use of force. We must protect those inside the Justice Center.

— Portland Police (@PortlandPolice) June 10, 2020

The activity downtown was reportedly mostly peaceful, but police say there was criminal activity occurring in the crowd.