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PublishedFebruary 1, 2017
Protesters say ‘immigrants are welcome here’ as 1,500 rally in Portland to oppose Trump’s order
The crowd shows support for Maine's Muslims and immigrants in response to the president's suspension of refugee programs and admissions from seven Muslim-majority nations.
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PublishedJanuary 30, 2017
Trump fires acting attorney general who ordered staff not to defend immigration ban
Sally Yates, an Obama administration appointee, is replaced by Dana Boente, U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, hours after issuing the order to the Justice Department staff.
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PublishedJanuary 30, 2017
Obama encourages protests, rejects comparison between his immigration policies and Trump’s
Trump has said he based his decision in part on Obama's 2011 action on Iraqis.
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PublishedJanuary 29, 2017
Maine AG Janet Mills among 17 nationwide who condemn Trump’s ban on refugees
The Democratic legal officers say the president's executive order is 'unconstitutional, un-American and unlawful.'
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PublishedJanuary 29, 2017
White House aides try to ease concerns about immigration order
People who hold 'green cards' will not be barred from entering the U.S., administration officials say.
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PublishedJanuary 29, 2017
Thousands protest Trump policies at 2 rallies in Portland
About 2,000 crowd the baggage claim area at Portland International Jetport, and 1,200 demonstrate outside City Hall.
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PublishedJanuary 28, 2017
Three Maine members of Congress criticize Trump’s order
Sen. Susan Collins calls the worldwide refugee ban 'overly broad' and a spokesman for Sen. Angus King says the latest action compromises national security.
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PublishedJanuary 28, 2017
Family’s American dreams turn to nightmare as Trump order traps daughter in Iraq
Labed Alalhanfy, 49, worked as an interpreter for the U.S. Army and is living in Portland after finally gaining entry for his wife and two younger daughters earlier this week.
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PublishedJanuary 27, 2017
Portland rally to support refugees is postponed to ensure safety
In an online post, the organizer says more time is needed to find a safe location to accommodate a crowd larger than initially anticipated.
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PublishedJanuary 25, 2017
Two Kittery restaurants join ‘sanctuary’ movement to protect immigrant workers
Though owner Michael Landgarten hires workers who have visas, he believes there is 'considerable fear' about deportations in an industry that relies on immigrant workers.
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