August 2026

This PDF contains the testimony and exhibits presented by MIRC at the August 17, 2026 Congressional Shadow Hearing in Biddeford.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aug 12, 2026 PORTLAND, Maine — On August 11, the Maine Immigrants’ Rights Coalition received a report and supporting evidence through the Maine Immigrant Defense Hotline indicating that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detained a married couple of African descent outside the Cumberland County Courthouse around 12:10 p.m. The Hotline has received

Dear MIRC Community, Welcome to August! Something exciting to keep on your radar is that a partial solar eclipse will be visible throughout Maine next Wednesday, August 12. In general, expect it to be visible starting at 12:43-12:56 pm and ending at 2:46-2:52 pm. At peak coverage near 1:52 pm, as much as 23.6% of

This is a working document. Please check back for new info links and actions. The fatal shooting of Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero requires a credible investigation, public accountability, and concrete measures to prevent similar incidents. These demands focus on actions that local, state, and federal officials have the authority to implement. Local Policy Demands Local