Maine ICE Operation Catch of the Day Faces Legal Challenges and Protests

Protests and legal challenges have intensified across Maine following the detention of over 100 people during an Immigration and Customs Enforcement surge.Although Department of Homeland Security officials described those arrested as dangerous criminals, court records reveal many detainees have minor or no criminal history.Attorneys Caitlyn Burgess and Samantha McHugh filed habeas petitions to stop transfers as Janet Mills and Chellie Pingree warned of severe labor shortages.