Congresswoman Andrea Salinas, who has represented Oregon’s 6th District in the U.S. Congress since 2023 and previously served in the Oregon House of Representatives, posted a series of tweets on February 2, 2026, criticizing recent actions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) during protests in Oregon.
In her first tweet, Salinas condemned ICE’s conduct at a protest: “Oregonians have every right to protest ICE’s violence. ICE’s behavior yesterday was unacceptable and un-American. Using tear gas and excessive force against peaceful protesters, our CHILDREN, workers, and even dogs is bullshit and out of line. Enough is enough. These bullying” (posted on February 2, 2026).
Later that day, she drew comparisons between events in Oregon and Minnesota: “It certainly feels like Groundhog Day in Oregon. ICE is terrorizing protestors at home just like they are doing in Minnesota. This chaos needs to STOP.” (posted on February 2, 2026).
Salinas also addressed mental health awareness with a third post: “Sometimes it’s important to set boundaries to protect your mental health. But sometimes talking about it with others can be difficult. On this #MentalHealthMonday, learn more about building boundaries and prioritizing your peace below #MentalHealthMonday” (posted on February 2, 2026).
Andrea Salinas was born in San Mateo, California in 1969 and currently resides in Tigard at age 53. She graduated from the University of California, Berkeley with a BA in 1994.
