Summary
Maine Representative Jared Golden, a Democrat, urged people not to interfere with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the state. He emphasized that ICE operations, focused on law enforcement, serve the public interest and should not be obstructed. This comes amid scrutiny over ICE tactics after a recent incident involving an ICE agent in Minneapolis.
Key Facts
- Representative Jared Golden encouraged people in Maine not to interfere with ICE operations.
- ICE operations in Maine are part of "Operation Catch of the Day," announced by the Department of Homeland Security.
- ICE has faced criticism following a fatal shooting by an agent in Minneapolis.
- Golden stated that enforcing federal laws, including immigration laws, serves the public interest.
- Some protests against ICE have occurred in Maine, but they have remained peaceful.
- Criticism has arisen from more progressive Democrats regarding Golden's stance on ICE.
- Golden represents Maine's 2nd Congressional District, which leans more conservative.
- Trump won Maine's 2nd Congressional District against Kamala Harris in the 2024 election.
