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Trump Administration Launches Investigation into Maine Hours After He Sparred With Governor


Published on 2025-02-21 18:25:20 - Mediaite
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  • Trump blasted Maine while referencing an executive order he signed barring transgender athletes from participating in women's sports - leading to a kerfuffle.

The Trump administration has initiated an investigation into the state of Maine shortly after a public dispute between former President Donald Trump and Maine's Governor Janet Mills. The conflict arose when Governor Mills criticized Trump's policies on social media, leading to a sharp rebuttal from Trump. The investigation, announced by the Department of Justice, focuses on potential irregularities in Maine's handling of federal funds, though specifics of the allegations remain undisclosed. This move has sparked concerns about the politicization of federal investigations, with critics arguing it represents an abuse of power to target political adversaries. Meanwhile, supporters of the investigation claim it is a necessary step to ensure accountability and proper use of federal resources.

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