Good Morning, News: Vasquez Off to Terrible Start, Wilson Backpedals, and Happy Domestic Terrorist Day (to the Trumpers Who Celebrate)
Briefly

New Multnomah County District Attorney Nathan Vasquez is adopting contentious policies, like blaming public defenders for their own shortages and proposing to solve addiction issues with more jails, despite a lack of funding.
Vasquez's approach showcases a broader issue: the political narrative in Portland often exaggerates crime rates, leading to misguided solutions like stricter policies and unnecessary spending on jail cells.
Read at Portland Mercury
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