AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoICE policy shift: New internal ICE guidance bars high-speed chases and limits who can lead vehicle stops, requiring specific training and government lights/sirens after deadly Maine and Texas encounters. Press safety in Maine: A driver was caught on video nearly running over Maine Wire reporter Joe Sokol outside a Bangor methadone clinic; police are investigating and the outlet says the incident may involve intoxication. Climate fight: Maine and other Democratic AGs sued the EPA over its repeal of power-plant emissions rules, arguing it violates the Clean Air Act; separate lawsuits also target the rollback’s effects. Maine politics: A new AARP poll shows Democrat Troy Jackson leading Susan Collins in the Senate race, while Hannah Pingree leads Bobby Charles for governor. Health care: CMS approved Maine’s Whole Person Care waiver, expanding MaineCare support before people leave jail/prison and adding reimbursement for traditional healing through eligible Tribal programs. Workforce/immigration: USCIS data show H-2B approvals continue across sectors, including Maine-linked totals for fiscal 2026 through June 30. Local life: A Hampden puppy abandoned in a dumpster was rescued and adopted. Defense industry: Rheinmetall’s Biddeford, Maine facility won a $20.7M order for MK93 softmount production and upgrades.
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