Name: Tensions flare at Portland City Council meeting
Uploaded: 7/24/2019 3:47:24 AM
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Description: Tensions were high Tuesday, July 23 as Portland City Councilors discussed housing for asylum seekers in Maine.

Tempers flare in Portland City Council over next steps for asylum seekers

On Tuesday, July 23, Portland city councilors argued over messaging related to housing placements for asylum seekers.

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