‘All You Need Is A Laser’: Portland Anarchists Openly Plot Mass Attack On Federal Aircraft

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‘All You Need Is A Laser’: Portland Anarchists Openly Plot Mass Attack On Federal Aircraft

1 sourceUpdated Jul 2, 2026

An online anarchist platform encouraged people on Wednesday to shine lasers at federal helicopters in Portland, Oregon, a crime that law enforcement officials say can create extreme danger for pilots. A post on the…

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