Maine
ICE ends ‘enhanced’ enforcement operation in Maine as Collins, Mills and challengers spar over immigration policy
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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has ended a recent large-scale operation in Maine, a move announced by Sen. Susan Collins after she said she spoke with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. The weeklong surge, known as “Operation Catch of the Day,” led to more than 200 arrests and triggered protests and political fallout as Democrats and Republicans position themselves ahead of the 2026 Senate race.
A newly elected school board member in Maine confronted his colleagues over a policy that could suspend students for intentionally using incorrect pronouns. Josh Tabor raised concerns about biological facts conflicting with gender identity rules during a heated exchange. The discussion, captured in a viral video, highlighted tensions over harassment definitions in schools.
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A voter-approved law in Maine capping contributions to super PAC-style political committees at $5,000 has triggered a federal lawsuit, Dinner Table Action v. Schneider, that could help determine how far states may go in regulating independent‑expenditure PACs. Advocates say the case could clarify federal campaign‑finance precedent and potentially bolster states’ ability to police big‑money donations.
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner is under fire for deleted Reddit posts from 2013 to 2021 that promote violence, express communist views, and include racist remarks. The 41-year-old veteran and oyster farmer has disavowed the comments as youthful indiscretions made during a period of disillusionment. The revelations come amid a competitive primary race against Governor Janet Mills to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins.
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Maine Governor Janet Mills announced her candidacy for the Democratic Senate primary on Tuesday, positioning herself as the establishment favorite to challenge incumbent Republican Senator Susan Collins. The move comes amid aggressive recruitment by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, as Democrats eye the seat as a key pickup opportunity in a state Kamala Harris won in 2024. Mills faces competition from younger candidates in a race that highlights generational tensions within the party.