ILAP’s weekly summary of key immigration law and policy developments and an action alert to take action for union member Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia on May Day.

ILAP News, Org Update, Advocacy in Action, Community UpdateGuest UserApril 25, 2025Enforcement, ICE, Deportation, Public Benefits, Surveillance, Know Your Rights, Due Process, Racial Profiling, Call to Action

Maine police ICE training pushback

Maine residents and immigrant rights organizations express opposition to the new Wells Police Department’s contract with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Press MentionsGuest UserApril 23, 2025Asylum, ICE, Enforcement, Advocacy, Detention

Advocates demand due process as deportations raise legal concerns

Executive Director Sue Roche speaks about the Trump administration's blatant disregard for the law and due process, including in the case of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia.

Press MentionsGuest UserApril 20, 2025Asylum, Advocacy, Detention, Due Process, Deportation

ILAP Testimony in Support of LD 1022: An Act to Increase Access to Justice in Civil Legal Aid Matters for Persons with Low Incomes

Executive Director Sue Roche testifies before the Judiciary Committee in support of legislation to sustain critical funding for civil legal aid in Maine.

Advocacy in Action, Legislative TestimonyGuest UserApril 17, 2025Advocacy, Testimony, Civil Legal Aid, Legislature

ILAP Community Update: April 17

ILAP’s weekly summary of key immigration law and policy developments and an action alert to protect access to legal help for immigrants here in Maine and across the country.