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Lewiston, Maine, banned local police from aiding federal immigration enforcement for 60 days to protect immigrant trust amid rising fears.
The Lewiston City Council passed a 60-day emergency ordinance on February 18, 2026, banning city employees, including police, from cooperating with federal immigration authorities like ICE.
The measure, approved 5-2, aims to fill a gap before a new state law takes effect, which will similarly restrict local involvement in immigration enforcement.
The city’s police department already does not coordinate with ICE or receive target lists.
The ordinance responds to concerns over community trust and fear among immigrant residents, especially after recent federal enforcement actions in Maine.
Opponents questioned its necessity and potential impact on public safety.
A permanent version may be considered in the future.
Lewiston, Maine, prohibió a la policía local ayudar a las autoridades federales de inmigración durante 60 días para proteger la confianza de los inmigrantes en medio de crecientes temores.