Feds ordered to take down fence around Oregon agency offices

A U.S. federal judge ordered the removal of a fence around an Oregon federal building within 24 hours, citing violations of First Amendment rights by blocking a public protest plaza. The fence, installed in April 2023, was intended as a temporary measure to protect the building and employees following protests. The General Services Administration argued the fence was necessary for safety and repairs but faced judicial pushback over limited access to the plaza.