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A new Fox News poll indicates the Maine Senate race is still tight, with Troy Jackson leading Susan Collins by two points. Voters are reportedly more concerned about Collins' ties to Trump than Jackson's progressive links.
The high-profile Senate contest between Susan Collins and Troy Jackson in Maine may ultimately be decided by an especially powerful voting bloc: women voters.
Troy Jackson has been announced as the new Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate in Maine, facing the challenge of engaging voters in one of the country's most closely watched races with less than 100 days until the election.
With 100 days until the US midterm elections, both Democrats and Republicans are intensifying their campaigns, clashing for control across the country amidst varying levels of enthusiasm and predictions for House and Senate outcomes. Democrats are focusing their strategy on issues like the cost of living, gas prices, and housing to challenge Trump's influence.
Troy Jackson has officially secured the Democratic nomination for a Maine Senate seat, replacing Graham Platner who withdrew following sexual assault allegations. This decision comes after a chaotic primary race and amidst scrutiny regarding the eligibility of potential replacements, with Maine Democrats confirming their candidate to run against incumbent GOP Sen. Susan Collins.
Maine Democratic Senate nominee-in-waiting Troy Jackson has drawn scrutiny from some Jewish Mainers over his recent comments on Israel, though others point to his long record in local government.
Troy Jackson, expected to be his party's nominee in Maine's marquee Senate race, has evolved from an anti-abortion stance to a progressive position on social issues, while maintaining his economic populist views.
The Trump administration has filed the first-ever petition to the Alien Terrorist Removal Court, a secretive judicial body created in the 1990s, to deport an individual deemed an 'alien terrorist.' Meanwhile, Maine Democrats are rallying around Troy Jackson to replace Graham Platner in a crucial Senate race.
Troy Jackson, an ally of Platner, is reportedly close to securing the Democratic Senate nomination in Maine, having won over 90% of delegate slots on Saturday, as he prepares to challenge Susan Collins.
Graham Platner's dramatic withdrawal from the Maine Senate race has left Democrats in a scramble to find a replacement candidate. The exit has also led to finger-pointing and debate within the party regarding their path forward.
Hannah Pingree, former speaker of the Maine House of Representatives, secured victory in Maine's 2026 Democratic gubernatorial primary, defeating Troy Jackson and other challengers.
The high-profile Maine Senate race between Susan Collins and Troy Jackson is expected to be decided by women voters, who represent a powerful and influential voting bloc in the state.
Troy Jackson, the new Democratic nominee, has fewer than 100 days to consolidate support and win Maine's US Senate seat against Susan Collins.
Troy Jackson, a former logger, has emerged as a new working-class hero for Maine Democrats and faces the significant task of challenging incumbent Senator Susan Collins.
Senator Mark Kelly stated that Democrats could 'win in Maine' with Troy Jackson, suggesting that another candidate, Platner, 'wasn’t vetted well enough'.
Troy Jackson is replacing Graham Platner, but Republicans are seeking to tie them together as a remade race kicks off with high stakes.
Last-minute replacement candidate Troy Jackson hopes to deliver Maine for his party in the midterm elections
Maine Democrats have chosen Troy Jackson as the replacement for Graham Platner as their Senate nominee. The focus now shifts to whether Jackson can secure control of the seat.
Troy Jackson has locked down the Democratic nomination for the Maine Senate race after his top rivals withdrew. This development follows a period of uncertainty in the Democratic primary.
Troy Jackson is gaining momentum in his bid for the Maine Senate, seeking to replace Graham Platner. The candidate's background and campaign are drawing attention.
Graham Platner, a leading Democratic candidate for the Senate in Maine, suspended his campaign following an accusation of rape, forcing the party to adjust its strategy in the crucial race.
Troy Jackson, a Sanders-backed gubernatorial hopeful, has dramatically shifted his abortion stance from a perfect pro-life voting record to championing expanded access in his Maine governor bid.
Democratic senators have avoided directly endorsing Maine nominee Troy Jackson after a report claimed he fathered two children with his second cousin, yet they continue to stand by him.
Troy Jackson, who replaced Graham Platner in a key Maine Senate race, has sparked widespread social media reaction following reports that he fathered two children with his second cousin.
Maine Democrats have selected Troy Jackson to replace Graham Platner as their candidate in the U.S. Senate race, following Platner's scandal-plagued candidacy.
Maine Democrats have selected former state lawmaker Troy Jackson to replace the scandal-plagued Graham Platner as their candidate to run against incumbent GOP Senator Susan Collins in the upcoming Senate race.
Republicans are pouring huge sums behind the Maine senator through a web of billionaire-funded super PACs. Troy Jackson, the likely Democratic nominee, has a lot of catching up to do.
Troy Jackson has tightened his hold on the Democratic Senate nomination in Maine but has stated he will not support Chuck Schumer for Senate Leader.
CNN and the Bangor Daily News have canceled the Maine Senate debate as Democrats rally behind candidate Troy Jackson.
Zohran Mamdani, Graham Platner and Troy Jackson all represent a deeper crisis of institutional trust, not a simple leftward shift in politics.
Troy Jackson, a potential Democratic nominee for Senate in Maine, addressed criticism from an independent voter who stated they would vote for Senator Susan Collins over him.
Maine Democrats are expressing growing frustration as Graham Platner resists their calls to drop out of the race following a bombshell rape allegation. The party is now grappling with how to replace Platner and move forward.