ICE Threat: Wells Police Department Contract
The quiet coastal town of Wells, Maine, is grappling with a contentious issue that’s sparking heated debate and raising serious questions about community trust and civil liberties. The Wells Police Department’s agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) – specifically, their participation in the 287(g) Task Force Model program – is at the heart of the controversy. A Contract Under Scrutiny The 287(g) program allows...