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Trump Administration Launches New Immigration Crackdown Targeting Somali Communities in Maine

HeadlineJan 22, 2026

The Department of Homeland Security has launched a new immigration crackdown in the state of Maine targeting Portland and Lewiston, which has a large Somali population. DHS has labeled the campaign “Operation Catch of the Day.” Lewiston Mayor Carl Sheline criticized the operation, saying, “ICE’s terror and intimidation tactics reflect a complete lack of humanity and concern for basic human welfare.” We will go to Lewiston later in the broadcast.

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