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An Overhaul for Portland Taxes, the Crazy Price of Coffee, and Sanctuary Laws in Question


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This week, Portland’s coffee prices are continuing to rise. Governor Tina Kotek is doubling down on Oregon’s sanctuary laws amidst federal pressure. And local taxes might need restructuring. Joining host Claudia Meza on this week’s Friday news round-up are Willamette Week reporter and author Brianna Wheeler and our executive producer, John Notarianni.

Discussed in Today's Episode:

  • More Expensive Than Lobster? Portland’s Coffee Prices Are Rising As Trump’s Tariffs Set In [Oregonian]
  • Gov. Tina Kotek Doubles Down on Oregon’s Sanctuary Laws in Response to U.S. AG [Oregonian] 
  • Trump Wants To End Mail-In Voting. Oregon Democrats Say He Can’t [OPB] 
  • Portland-Area Taxes Need Major Overhaul, Advisory Group Says [OPB] 

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