Democrat Congressman Shocks Party, Publicly Backs Trump’s Deportations: ‘Serves The Public Interest’

By Trinity Hallinan

Democratic Rep. Jared Golden says he backs federal immigration enforcement actions underway in his home state, including an ICE operation that has swept through his hometown of Lewiston.

Golden voiced support for the effort, dubbed “Operation Catch of the Day,” so long as it remains narrowly focused.

“So long as this remains a targeted law enforcement operation focused on individuals who have engaged in criminal activities then I believe it legitimately serves the public interest,” Golden said in a statement emailed Wednesday to Maine Public.

His position puts him at odds with local leadership in Lewiston, where the crackdown has drawn sharp criticism.

Lewiston Mayor Carl Sheline accused Immigration and Customs Enforcement of heavy-handed tactics.

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