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January brought heightened attention to U.S. immigration enforcement, with increased activity by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Expanded operations at the border and within the nation’s interior underscored how immigration policy continues to shape national and local conversations about the rule of law, public safety, and civil liberties.

Ms. Eastman, who lives in Mattapoisett, received the Certificate of Outstanding Achievement for her impactful work in the South Coast region, including Gateway Cities like New Bedford.