King Slams ICE Tactics in Maine, Urges Guardrails and Dialogue

In a Face the Nation interview, Sen. Angus King criticizes ICE’s Maine operation ‘Catch of the Day,’ arguing it targets asylum seekers rather than dangerous criminals and has harmed communities in Portland, with schools and businesses feeling the impact. He calls for more accountable, constitutional enforcement, urges continued dialogue with DHS and the White House, and suggests separating DHS funding from other appropriations to avoid a government shutdown. He also labels the aggressive show of force as unnecessary and warnings about Fourth Amendment violations, advocating guardrails and clarity in interior enforcement.