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'Show the warrants.' Maine's governor demands data on arrests as fear spreads over federal immigration operations

'Show the warrants.' Maine's governor demands data on arrests as fear spreads over federal immigration operations

Summary

Maine's Governor Janet Mills requested federal immigration officials to provide information about recent arrests in a state-wide immigration operation. Governor Mills stated that people are scared because they don't know the details, and she has not received responses to her inquiries, including from President Donald Trump's office.

Key Facts

  • Governor Janet Mills of Maine is seeking arrest warrants and information about detainees from immigration officials.
  • Mills expressed concerns about fear spreading in immigrant communities due to the lack of information.
  • The federal operation in Maine targets about 1,400 people, with approximately 50 arrests on the first day.
  • Maine has 1.4 million residents, with 4 percent being foreign-born.
  • Governor Mills has not received a response from President Trump's office regarding the situation.

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