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January 22, 2026

Trump Administration Launches New Immigration Crackdown Targeting Somali Communities in Maine
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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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