Why some Mainers support ICE’s increased enforcement in the state
Homeland Security’s ‘Operation Catch of the Day’ has found vocal and widespread support among Maine’s conservatives, though some are expressing concern over ICE’s tactics.
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Homeland Security’s ‘Operation Catch of the Day’ has found vocal and widespread support among Maine’s conservatives, though some are expressing concern over ICE’s tactics.
The U.S. Senate campaign spokesperson for Mills only confirmed she was out of the state Tuesday.
The bill, sponsored by Rep. Rafael Macias, D-Topsham, would apply to any country.
Republicans, meanwhile, push back on Democrats’ characterization of the raids.
A Homeland Security spokesperson said ‘Operation Catch of the Day’ launched Tuesday, following days of rumors that federal immigration enforcement would be ramping up in Maine.
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Hannah Pingree has hauled in the most cash among Democrats with $1.4 million, while Jonathan Bush is the leading Republican with $1.3 million raised.
Campaign finance reports filed Thursday showed the out-of-state forces shaping local issues.
But the Department of Homeland Security did respond to Gov. Janet Mills’ video statement, saying Friday that the agency is working to ‘remove criminals’ from Maine.
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