Maine Must Pass Laws to Protect Public Safety Resources From Being Used for Mass Deportation
LDs 1259 and 1971 would prioritize public safety and ensure local resources are used for local needs – not the president’s mass deportation agenda.
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Superior Court Rejects State’s Attempt to Halt Relief for People Denied Right to Counsel
The court will move forward with habeas hearings to release people who have been jailed or charged and denied counsel as the state appeals to Maine’s highest court.
Legislature Considering Bill to Protect Mainers’ Privacy, Empower Consumers
The legislation would implement sensible guardrails to ensure Maine consumers can choose how their data is used, protect civil rights, and limit undue government surveillance.
Documents Detail Wells Agreement with ICE Ahead of Budget Meeting
The town board is considering its next budget as residents warn of increased costs and liabilities, decreased community safety.
ACLU Defense of International Students Continues Despite Trump Announcement
The Trump administration announced today that it would reinstate records for international students to study in the United States as it develops a “framework” for visa terminations – but our case continues.
ACLU of Maine, Others File Class Action Challenging Status Terminations Against International Students
The lawsuit is challenging the Trump administration’s unilateral termination of international students’ status, which disrupts studies, risks deportation, and harms Maine communities.