PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — This weekend, Portland’s quirky spirit was on full display as protesters participated in an 'emergency' edition of the World Naked Bike Ride, aligning their cause with ongoing demonstrations against the Trump administration. The ride, traditionally held in summer, was organized rapidly to send a clear message against President Trump's proposed deployment of federal troops to the city. Participants defied the cool and rainy weather dressed in a mix of inflatable costumes and reduced clothing, all while pedaling through the streets towards the local U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement building. Janene King, a 51-year-old rider who participated naked apart from a hat and socks, emphasized that this was a 'quintessentially Portland way to protest.' Authorities issued warnings for protesters to remain on sidewalks, threatening arrests if they ventured into the streets. The diverse group, contradictory to their typically festive rides, now grapples with a serious undertone as they await a court ruling on whether military troops will be sent to Portland. The event not only reflects a unique aspect of Portland’s culture but also serves as a communal protest against perceived governmental overreach.