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Fox Newspolitics35 days ago
Maine Democrats head to primary amid fresh allegations against leading candidate Graham Platner
Graham Platner faces voters one day after rallies in Portland and Bar Harbor. Janet Mills' name stays on the ballot after she dropped out earlier this spring.
washingtonpost.compolitics48 days ago
Maine Governor Suspends Senate Campaign, Leaving Primary Field Open
Maine Governor Janet Mills suspended her U.S. Senate campaign on April 30. A military veteran and oyster farmer now leads Democratic primary and general-election polling ahead of the June 9 primary.
Washington Examinerpolitics60 days ago
JD Vance Campaigns for Paul LePage in Maine, Urges States to Strengthen Medicaid Fraud Controls
Vice President JD Vance visited Bangor on Thursday to support former Gov. Paul LePage's bid for Congress and highlighted what he called widespread fraud in the state's Medicaid program. Vance accused Gov. Janet Mills of refusing to cooperate with federal anti-fraud efforts announ…
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Graham Platner Wins Maine Democratic Senate Primary, Will Face Susan Collins in November
Oyster farmer and veteran Graham Platner became the presumptive Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Maine after Gov. Janet Mills ended her campaign. Platner, who faces Sen. Susan Collins in November, told Fox News he had a cordial call with Sen. Chuck Schumer but still would no…
calgaryherald.compolitics69 days ago
Far-Left Candidates Advance in Democratic Senate Primaries in Maine and Michigan
Graham Platner defeated Maine Gov. Janet Mills in the Democratic Senate primary and addressed state party delegates over the weekend. In Michigan, Abdul El-Sayed has risen in polls in the Senate primary with a focus on criticism of Israel. The Free Press reported that small-dolla…
vox.compolitics71 days ago
Democrats Support Candidates Amid Accusations of Extremist Ties
Democrats are backing Graham Platner in a Maine Senate race following Janet Mills' withdrawal. Platner, an oyster farmer and veteran, faces scrutiny over past tattoos and social media posts. Party favorability ratings remain low according to recent polls.
Nbc Newspolitics74 days agoUpdated
Maine Gov. Janet Mills Ends Senate Campaign
Maine Gov. Janet Mills suspended her U.S. Senate campaign, citing insufficient funds to compete in the Democratic primary against Graham Platner. Platner, an oyster farmer and veteran, now advances to challenge Republican Sen. Susan Collins in November. The move highlights fundra…
ABC Newspolitics76 days ago
Maine Gov. Mills Suspends Senate Campaign; Minnesota GOP's Robbins Ends Gubernatorial Bid
Maine Governor Janet Mills suspended her U.S. Senate campaign on Thursday, citing insufficient funds, paving the way for oysterman Graham Platner as the Democratic nominee against Senator Susan Collins. In Minnesota, Republican Kristin Robbins ended her gubernatorial campaign on…
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washingtonpost.compolitics73 days agoUpdated
Maine Gov. Janet Mills Suspends U.S. Senate Campaign
Gov. Janet Mills suspended her campaign for the U.S. Senate in Maine on or before April 30, 2026, handing the Democratic nomination to Graham Platner. The move, backed by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, has divided Democrats amid a favorable 2026 midterm environment. The ra…
The Guardianpolitics76 days ago
Maine Gov. Janet Mills Suspends US Senate Campaign
Maine Governor Janet Mills announced she is suspending her Democratic primary campaign for the US Senate due to insufficient financial resources. This move clears the path for Graham Platner, a political newcomer leading in polls, to become the Democratic nominee against Republic…
Fox Newspolitics81 days ago
Maine Dem Senate Candidate Graham Platner Advocates U.S.-China Climate Cooperation
Maine Democrat Graham Platner stated in a February livestream that the U.S. should pursue closer ties with China, emphasizing cooperation on issues like climate change over opposition. Platner, running to unseat Sen. Susan Collins, also criticized federal immigration officers and…
Washington Examinerpolitics82 days ago
Maine Democratic Primary Polls Show Graham Platner Leading Janet Mills by 35 Points
Graham Platner, a Marine veteran and oyster farmer, holds a commanding lead over Gov. Janet Mills in Maine's Democratic Senate primary set for June 9. Polls show him ahead by 35 points, positioning him to face Sen. Susan Collins in the general election. His campaign emphasizes pr…
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Democratic Senator Criticizes DSCC Intervention in Maine Senate Primary
A Democratic senator stated at an Axios event that the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee made a mistake by intervening in the Maine Senate race involving Gov. Janet Mills. The senator expressed the view that the DSCC should avoid weighing in on Democratic primaries except…
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Nbc Newspolitics95 days ago
Democratic Voters in Maine and Michigan Prioritize Electability in 2026 Senate Primaries
Focus groups with Democratic voters in Maine and Michigan revealed dissatisfaction with their party but strong engagement in the 2026 elections. Participants emphasized selecting candidates who can defeat Republicans in the general election. The discussions highlighted support fo…
Axiospolitics98 days ago
Maine Democratic Senate Candidate Graham Platner Claims Lead Over Governor Janet Mills in Primary
Graham Platner, a Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Maine, stated through a campaign memo that his primary race against Governor Janet Mills is nearly concluded, with polls showing him ahead by double digits. The memo, obtained by Axios, indicates Platner's team plans to sh…
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Graham Platner Hosts Trivia Games and Happy Hours in Maine U.S. Senate Campaign
Democratic candidate Graham Platner is running in the Maine U.S. Senate primary against Governor Janet Mills, with the winner facing incumbent Senator Susan Collins in November. Platner's campaign events include trivia nights addressing his past controversies and happy hours at l…