The protesters in Portland have decided their next step in making America a better place is to use metal spikes against United States agents.

They are not revolutionaries nor are they patriots. They are thugs who are seeking anarchy and the dismantling of all that America has ever stood for. They are proving they do not want a “better” versions of the country. They want the country to burn in flames.

“Early this morning, metal spikes were used by criminals in Portland to puncture the tires of CBP vehicles,” said Mike Morgan, acting commissioner of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Early this morning, metal spikes were used by criminals in Portland to puncture the tires of @CBP vehicles. pic.twitter.com/X5viFLFGB8

— CBP Mark Morgan (@CBPMarkMorgan) July 25, 2020

Morgan has also reported that the rioters are using substances causing chemical burns on officers.

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These are not the actions of peaceful protesters. These are the actions of violent anarchists who are looking to harm federal law enforcement and federal property. This violence must end. Local leadership needs to step up, denounce these actions, and regain order.

— CBP Mark Morgan (@CBPMarkMorgan) July 25, 2020

To read more about the rioters in Portland, click here.