Portland Businesses Suffer From Unsafe City Image | JQJO

Portland businesses are struggling due to the perception of the city as unsafe, fueled by ongoing protests and controversial federal actions. Restaurant owner Lisa Schroeder reports a significant decline in business since 2020. President Trump's descriptions of Portland as "war-ravaged" and a "war zone" have exacerbated these issues. While legal battles have temporarily blocked federal troop deployments, the negative image persists, impacting the city's recovery and local businesses.