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Another Cumberland County corrections officer has been detained by ICE, sparking renewed outrage and prompting local officials to end their agreement with federal immigration authorities. The officer, Bill Bassikissa Bounguiena, was praised by his employer for his dedication and had valid work authorization until 2030 — yet ICE still arrested him. This follows similar arrests of other officers, including Gratien Milandou-Wamba, who claimed asylum and had legal status, and Emmanuel Landila, whose arrest during a traffic stop drew criticism for procedural mishandling. Public outcry and a new Maine state law empowering local jails to refuse holding immigration detainees — especially those facing only civil charges — have led the Cumberland County Board of Commissioners to sever ties with ICE, marking a significant shift in local policy driven by community concern.

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