LePage Threatens Special Session Over Bill Protecting Elderly Mainers From Foreclosure

Republican Gov. Paul LePage once again tore into legislative leaders Thursday over his stalled proposal that he says will protect some elderly residents from foreclosure.

The proposal adds to existing steps municipalities must take before foreclosing on a home because of unpaid property taxes.

In a gaggle with reporters, the governor threatened to call the Legislature in special session until it passes the bill. He also took aim at Republican Senate President Mike Thibodeau and Democratic House Speaker Sara Gideon for not advancing it on the final day of the regular session.

“Those two people do not care about the elderly. And I can’t wait for them to go. I wish I would have some time and I would hope I can defeat them, but Mike’s gone anyway. Thank God,” LePage said.

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