One of the lawmakers, Rep. Scott Hamann of South Portland, said that if there’s evidence that welfare benefits attract immigrants to Maine, it may be a good avenue for bringing new workers into the economy.
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Second federal judge blocks revised Trump travel ban
In reaction to the ruling, the president says, ‘I think we ought to go back to the first (ban) and go all the way’ to the Supreme Court.
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This time, Hawaii is leading the challenge to Trump’s new travel ban
The state has filed a complaint asserting that the new executive order is still essentially a Muslim ban, it hurts the ability of state businesses and universities to recruit top talent, and it damages the financial interests of the state.
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Illinois city rallies behind Mexican man
Local officials write letters of support for a restaurant manager detained by U.S. immigration authorities.
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Pingree invites Iraqi woman stranded by immigrant ban to attend Trump address
Banah Al-Hanfy will be one of a number of immigrants in the audience Tuesday night as guests of members of Congress.
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It’s hard to understand Rep. Lawrence Lockman’s fear of immigrants
Immigrants actually make U.S. cities better, not worse, and Lockman’s fear-mongering cannot change that simple truth.
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British leaders urged to rescind invitation for Trump’s state visit
His critics say the government shouldn’t welcome the president for an event rich in pomp and pageanty.
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Maine Voices: Finding one’s true voice in the most challenging of times
Banning refugees and immigrants brings back the worst – and best – of episodes from our history.
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Trump’s revised travel ban said to target the same Muslim-majority nations
The new draft no longer directs authorities to single out – and reject – Syrian refugees when processing new visa applications, an administration official says.
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Trump’s pick for labor secretary employed undocumented worker
The disclosure adds to a growing list of issues that could derail Andrew Puzder’s confirmation.