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Maryland Sheriffs Defy Governor's Ban on ICE Collaboration

2/21/2026

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Nine Maryland county sheriffs will continue collaborating with ICE despite Governor Wes Moore's ban.
Sheriff Mike Lewis calls the ban a betrayal to law enforcement.
The legislation bans local agreements with ICE.
Lewis says the ban would not stop ICE.
Former Governor Larry Hogan says many agencies will ignore the ban.

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Nine Maryland county sheriffs will continue collaborating with ICE despite Governor Wes Moore's ban.
Sheriff Mike Lewis calls the ban a betrayal to law enforcement.
The legislation bans local agreements with ICE.
Lewis says the ban would not stop ICE.
Former Governor Larry Hogan says many agencies will ignore the ban.