Gorham chief under fire for stance on ICE

By: Barbara Tetreault

Outlets: Berlin Sun

Published: April 29, 2026

Words: 805

Last Updated: 1 month, 1 week ago

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GORHAM — Opponents of the Gorham Police department’s agreement with ICE challenged Police Chief Jimmy Willhoite’s decision at Monday’s selectboard meeting.

Willhoite continues to defend signing a 287 (g) agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. In a letter he posted to the town’s website, Willhoite said the agreement enhances his department’s ability to protect the town. He said withdrawing from the agreement that gives local and state police the …

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