{"id":60300,"date":"2026-01-24T13:39:20","date_gmt":"2026-01-24T13:39:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sasquatchnewsonline.com\/?p=60300"},"modified":"2026-01-24T13:39:20","modified_gmt":"2026-01-24T13:39:20","slug":"dem-rep-jared-golden-throws-support-behind-maines-ice-operations-says-agency-serves-public-interest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sasquatchnewsonline.com\/?p=60300","title":{"rendered":"Dem Rep. Jared Golden Throws Support Behind Maine\u2019s ICE Operations \u2014 Says Agency Serves \u2018Public Interest\u2019"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Jared Golden\u2019s Official Congressional Portrait<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Democratic Congressman Jared Golden has said he supports Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the state.<\/p>\n

In a break from his colleagues across the Democratic Party, Golden said ICE\u2019s activities ultimately serve the public interest.<\/p>\n

\u201cSo 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,\u201d Golden said in a statement to the Maine Public:<\/span><\/p>\n

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He later followed up in a post on the X platform:<\/p>\n

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Federal law enforcement agencies have the right and responsibility to enforce federal laws, including immigration laws, and a targeted law enforcement operation focused on individuals who have engaged in criminal activity serves the public interest. It\u2019s also true that for long-term stability and social cohesion, law enforcement requires public trust.<\/p>\n

DHS should prioritize its enforcement actions on public safety and must themselves comply with federal laws.\u00a0Immigrants\u00a0with legal status should not be targeted, court authorities should be obeyed and due process must be followed.<\/p>\n

Free speech and lawful protest are protected rights, but regardless of how anyone feels about immigration policy or ICE\u2019s tactics, people must not obstruct or impede law enforcement activities.<\/p>\n

And all of us \u2014 including public officials \u2014 must resist the urge to amplify tensions or spread unverified reports. That is a recipe for confrontation and escalation that helps no one.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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Federal law enforcement agencies have the right and responsibility to enforce federal laws, including immigration laws, and a targeted law enforcement operation focused on individuals who have engaged in criminal activity serves the public interest. It\u2019s also true that for\u2026<\/p>\n

\u2014 Congressman Jared Golden (@RepGolden) January 22, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Golden was one of seven House Democrats who voted with Republicans on Wednesday to continue funding the Department of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n

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House Passes Bill to Fund DHS in 220-207 Vote \u2013 Seven Democrats Back Measure, Massie Votes Against!<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Last November, Golden announced he would not seek re-election after six years in Congress.<\/p>\n

In his announcement, Golden cited political violence, polarization, and the \u201cgrim milestone\u201d of his own party shutting the government down for the longest period in history as reasons for his stepping down.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m confident that were I to run again, I would win,\u201d he wrote at the time.<\/p>\n

\u201dBut recent events have made me reconsider whether the good I can do in Congress still outweighs the cost to my family.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m proud of what I\u2019ve accomplished in decades of public service.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201dNow, I look forward to my next chapter: raising my young daughters with Izzy and spending more time with our family and friends.\u201d<\/p>\n

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After much deliberation, I\u2019ve decided not to seek reelection in 2026.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m confident that were I to run again, I would win. But recent events have made me reconsider whether the good I can do in Congress still outweighs the cost to my family.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m proud of what I\u2019ve accomplished\u2026<\/p>\n

\u2014 Jared Golden for Congress (@golden4congress) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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