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Maine Communities Unite Against Increased Immigration Enforcement

1/20/2026

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Under the U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration, Maine residents brace for increased immigration enforcement, as community members are encouraged to respond peacefully and support one another.
Fowsia Musse, a Somali immigrant and nonprofit founder, described feelings of "collective un-homing" at Bates College.
The mayors of Portland and Lewiston condemned the rhetoric and vowed to protect immigrant rights.
Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows suspended undercover license plates to prevent misuse by federal agents.

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Story summary

Under the U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration, Maine residents brace for increased immigration enforcement, as community members are encouraged to respond peacefully and support one another.
Fowsia Musse, a Somali immigrant and nonprofit founder, described feelings of "collective un-homing" at Bates College.
The mayors of Portland and Lewiston condemned the rhetoric and vowed to protect immigrant rights.
Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows suspended undercover license plates to prevent misuse by federal agents.