New Trump rule would let U.S. hold migrant children indefinitely

The Trump administration is moving to end a long-standing federal court agreement that limits how long immigrant children can be kept in detention.

Harvard Pilgrim donation aids asylum-seekers

Our View: Portland shelter showcased Maine’s humanity

While the Trump administration resorted to threats, menace and cruelty, our state found another way.

Maine Voices: We’d be worse off if immigrants went back where they came from

Many of the people we love, and the people who have contributed to our country, could trace their roots to other places.

Trump rule change on public benefits sows ‘fear and confusion’ among Maine immigrants

The rule change, which would not apply to refugees or asylum seekers, would expand the definition of who might become a 'public charge' in need of benefits provided by taxpayers.

More than 130 asylum-seekers remain at Portland Expo as deadline nears

As of Tuesday, the city had found housing for 156 individuals.

Maine hosts give weary migrant families time to rest – and hope

Some Maine families have opened their homes to recently arrived asylum seekers, who have spent months in temporary shelters and, in some cases, government detention centers.

Our View: Trump’s rule punishes legal immigrants

Using the full power of the U.S. government to add to the misery of people without power is cruel and pointless.

Families seeking a fresh start in Lewiston while waiting for asylum

Ten families are moving from the shelter at the Portland Expo to apartments in Lewiston as they await action on their applications for asylum in the United States.

Maine Voices: Generosity toward asylum seekers should also be extended to Portland’s homeless

Imagine what could happen if politicians, banks, businesses, landlords and volunteers were similarly engaged in helping those without homes.