News & Commentary
Jul 20, 2026
No Warrant, Big Problem: ICE Out of Our Homes Law Protects Maine Renters
We all have a right to be safe at home. Maine’s new ICE Out of Our Homes law will help protect renters and landlords from rogue federal agents.
By Zachary Heiden
Jul 17, 2026
Report: ICE Killing in Biddeford Was Not an Isolated Incident
Intentional changes at ICE have resulted in violence throughout the country, including widespread terror during Operation Catch of the Day and this week’s killing of Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero in Biddeford.
By Molly Curren Rowles
Jul 14, 2026
New Laws to Keep ICE Out of Maine
Three new ICE Out laws will help keep ICE out of policing, our homes, and our schools and state healthcare.
By Samuel Crankshaw, Maggie Nugent
Jun 30, 2026
We Took the Fight for Birthright Citizenship to SCOTUS – and We Won
We took the president to SCOTUS to defend birthright citizenship – and we won.
By Molly Curren Rowles, Maggie Nugent
May 21, 2026
Notes on the Votes: The 2026 Legislative Session in Review (Webinar)
With Maine’s 132nd Legislature officially adjourned, supporters joined a webinar to hear from the ACLU of Maine's policy team about its work in the State House.
Apr 15, 2026
We're Taking "Operation Catch of the Day" to Federal Court
We're holding federal agents accountable for violating a Portland resident's civil rights during the reckless operations in January 2026.
By Carol Garvan, Maggie Nugent
Apr 10, 2026
Ask Portland City Council to Protect Due Process and Immigrants' Rights
Portland City Council is considering an ordinance to protect due process and immigrants’ rights – and they need to hear from you. A final vote is expected on May 4. Take action now.
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