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ICE Out For Good

ICE's Surge May Be Ending, But the Fight for Maine’s Safety Continues

Following days of unprecedented violence by ICE in our streets, we welcome reports that ICE's dangerous surge operation in Maine is winding down.
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Protect Immigrants

Preparing for and Responding to Immigration Enforcement Activity in Maine

Learn more about what you should do to prepare for ICE activity in Maine, and how to respond if needed.
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Love Our Constitution

Know Your Rights Training: ICE, Privacy, & Protests

Learn more about protesting, observing, recording, ICE at your home, protecting your privacy, and more.
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ACLU of Maine’s Guide to Legislative Advocacy

Maine's 132nd legislature is in session! Join the ACLU of Maine policy team to learn how you can take action to influence policy on the issues that matter most to you. We'll lead a discussion with the ACLU of Maine's policy team on the different ways that Maine people can stay up-to-date on the bills being considered in Augusta this session, and what they can do to make their voices heard.
Feb 12, 2026 | 6:00 PM

Press Releases

Jan 16, 2026

ACLU of Maine Reacts to Possible ICE Surge, Shares New Know Your Rights Resources

The organization is sharing a quick reference guide so Maine residents can prepare for possible ICE encounters and find support if they or a loved one is detained.

Jan 13, 2026

Bill Limiting State, Local Support for Immigration Enforcement Becomes Law

LD 1971 will take effect later this year, clarifying the role of state and local law enforcement in civil immigration actions.

Jan 07, 2026

Maine Law Court to Hear Appeal in Public Defense Case

The state is appealing a superior court order allowing the State of Maine to be named as a defendant in the case.

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Know Your Rights: Customs and Border Patrol and the 100-Mile Border Zone

All of Maine is within 100 miles of the border, meaning CBP has broad authorities. Know your rights with CBP in Maine.
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Featured Case

A demonstrator looks up at her sign (which reads "Citizenship is a Birthright") during a rally outside the Supreme court building demanding the court uphold the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

The ACLU of Maine at the U.S. Supreme Court: The Fight to Protect Birthright Citizenship

We're suing the Trump administration for trying to end birthright citizenship, a core American principle that is outlined in the plain language of the 14th Amendment.