A rally outside the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Portland, Oregon, on Sunday drew national attention after protesters—some wearing bondage gear, masks, and partial nudity—clashed with law enforcement while chanting anti-government slogans and burning an American flag.
The event, called “Degenerates Against Fascism,” took place near the federal ICE building, which has been a recurring flashpoint for demonstrations and violent confrontations since June.
The gathering featured a mix of political protesters, Antifa-linked activists, and individuals dressed in fetish or “furry” attire.
A Portland far-left Trantifa group named “Degenerates Against Fascism” is asking for cash donations as it announces a direct action against @ICEgov on Nov. 9 at 2 p.m. They’re meeting at a nearby park and then marching to the building. https://t.co/5FFcb9VEOT pic.twitter.com/rdxERKmirw
— Andy Ngo (@MrAndyNgo) November 2, 2025
Videos shared on social media showed one topless woman burning a small American flag and kicking it toward federal property while holding a sign that read, “tear gas makes me horny.”
Other participants—some wearing dog masks associated with “puppy play” kink culture—were seen marching, howling, and carrying signs with slogans such as “paws off.”
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As the group moved through city streets toward the ICE facility, chants of “no Trump, no ICE, no fascist USA” echoed among the crowd.
One marcher in a wheelchair wearing a hairy mask and gloves was seen blowing bubbles toward another protester crawling on all fours in a puppy play mask.
Another individual led the crowd in chanting, “We are strong, we are proud, we are degenerates against fascism.”
VIDEO THREAD: “PAWS OFF!” A coalition of kinksters, furries, pup play participants, and other self-identified “Degenerates against Fascism” marched on Sunday afternoon to the ICE facility in Portland, Oregon, chanting “No Trump, no ICE, no fascist USA!” pic.twitter.com/k0eIiCzgfI
— Ford Fischer (@FordFischer) November 10, 2025
The demonstration included several known associates of Antifa, according to The Post Millennial editor-at-large Andy Ngo, who identified participants including Alissa Azar and Michael “Michelle” Backes.
Portland (Nov. 9) — Several Antifa are present at the “Degenerates Against Fascism” protest. The woman at 13 seconds in is convicted violent felon & Antifa ringleader, Alissa Azar. The man in the sailor girl costume is Trantifa prostitute Michael Backes. pic.twitter.com/EI472IGnxl
— Andy Ngo (@MrAndyNgo) November 10, 2025
Both individuals have been linked to prior protests in Portland that resulted in clashes with police and vandalism of government property.
As tensions escalated outside the ICE facility, federal authorities deployed pepper balls to push demonstrators back from the gates.
Protesters responded with jeers and taunts.
One individual shouted at officers, “I’ve literally had f**king spicier breakfast burritos,” before adding, “How’s it feel to have your munitions beaten by a f**king umbrella?”
VIDEO THREAD: Protesters gathered outside the Portland ICE facility again Sunday afternoon, where they were forced back by federal agents firing pepper balls outside the front entrance as vehicles went in and out.
“I’ve literally had spicier breakfast burritos!” one yelled… pic.twitter.com/JsXRnSLUz3
— Ford Fischer (@FordFischer) November 10, 2025
Another protester wearing a shirt reading “Trump is a c*nt” was seen crouching near the front of the facility, touching the residue left behind by pepper balls, and placing it on his gums.
Portland, Ore. — Anti-ICE protester rubs pepper ball residue in his gums after federal agents fired at unlawful demonstrators outside the ICE facility. pic.twitter.com/zO0GAhvOhd
— Katie Daviscourt 📸 (@KatieDaviscourt) November 10, 2025
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed that law enforcement officers were deployed in response to attempts by demonstrators to breach barriers and block vehicle entrances to the facility.
No serious injuries were reported, though authorities said several individuals were treated for minor irritation caused by pepper balls and smoke devices.
Sunday’s incident is the latest in a series of demonstrations targeting Portland’s ICE facility, which has faced ongoing protests over federal immigration enforcement.
The building has been the site of repeated vandalism, arson attempts, and confrontations between activists and law enforcement since the summer.
While organizers described “Degenerates Against Fascism” as a form of “counter-protest” to federal immigration policy, the event drew widespread criticism online for its displays of nudity, destruction of the flag, and disruption of public order.
Federal officers are reviewing footage from the scene to identify individuals involved in property damage or unlawful conduct.
The Portland ICE facility has long been a focal point of protest activity dating back to 2020, when nightly demonstrations and clashes with federal agents made the city one of the most active centers of anti-government protest in the country.
Sunday’s demonstration continued that pattern, combining political activism with provocative displays that once again placed the city’s federal buildings under lockdown.
