The bill, which was supported by 48 Democrats, would require the detention of immigrants in the country illegally who are charged with shoplifting, theft, burglary and larceny.
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Maine lawmakers return to Augusta as session begins
Lawmakers are expected to meet in their respective chambers only one day a week through February, as work slowly ramps up to review hundreds — if not thousands — of bills submitted by lawmakers.
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Gov. Mills proposes creating a Maine department of energy
The proposal would elevate the Governor’s Energy Office to a Cabinet-level department if approved by lawmakers as part of the budget.
Posted inNation / World, Politics
Biden casts doubt on his fitness to serve another 4 years
‘I really thought I had the best chance of beating him. But I also wasn’t looking to be president when I was 85 years old, 86 years old.’
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Justice Department to release only part of special counsel’s Trump report
The announcement lessens the likelihood that the full report on the classified documents investigation, which once seemed to carry the greatest legal threat for the incoming president, would ever be released.
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Susan Collins officially named chair of powerful Senate committee
Maine’s senior senator now leads the Senate Appropriations Committee, which oversees spending decisions.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Local & State, Politics
Rep. Jared Golden backs 2 constitutional amendments
The Democrat is seeking term limits and an amendment that would require a supermajority to pass almost all bills before the Senate.
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Mills administration warns lawmakers about looming budget gap
The governor’s budget office tells lawmakers that spending cuts, program changes and new revenues would likely be needed, but also warned against relying on rainy day funds or income tax increases.
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Trump suggests he could use military force to take control of Greenland, Panama Canal
Greenland, home to a large U.S. military base, is an autonomous territory of Denmark, while the canal has been solely controlled by Panama for more than 25 years.
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Gov. Mills introduces bill to respond to severe weather fueled by climate change
The proposal would establish a new state office and a grant program to help Maine residents make investments to safeguard their homes against extreme weather.