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Portland Funds Newport's Immigration Lawsuit | Portland News
Portland is throwing its weight behind Newport in a legal battle against a proposed ICE detention facility, sending $20,000 from the mayor’s office and Councilor Steve Novick’s budget to help cover mounting legal costs. The fight began in 2025 when Newport learned federal plans would turn its municipal airport into a detention center — forcing Coast Guard rescue operations to relocate. Faced with community backlash, Newport sued and passed an anti-facility resolution. Though DHS and ICE have since paused construction, Newport continues litigation to permanently block the site. With legal fees…
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