Local News Sen. Susan Collins announces end to large-scale ICE operations in Maine after talks with Noem Collins, a Republican, made the announcement after saying she had several direct communications with Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem. Collins, a Republican, announced the development after saying she had spoken directly with Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem. “There are currently no ongoing or planned large-scale ICE operations here,” Collins said in a statement, referring to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Collins’ announcement comes more than a week after immigration officers began an operation dubbed “Catch of the Day” by ICE. “ICE operations in Maine have failed to improve public safety and have caused lasting damage to our communities.