Press Releases

Groups File Nationwide Class-Action Lawsuit Over Trump Birthright Citizenship Order

The new lawsuit comes in response to today’s Supreme Court ruling.
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights

Federal Court Allows Maine Man to Pursue Full Immigration Appeal, Pauses Habeas Hearing

The court’s decision ensures Eyidi Ambila will not be deported while he litigates his case in immigration court.
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights

ACLU of Maine Challenges Indefinite ICE Detention of Maine Resident

The indefinite ICE detention of a Maine resident is a clear violation of his Fifth Amendment right to due process. 
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights

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.
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights

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.
Issue Areas: Criminal Legal Reform

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.
Issue Areas: Privacy

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.
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights

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.
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights

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.
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights