Senator Susan Collins and Troy Jackson both received 49% in a Maine Senate poll.
Maine voters seem to be feeling pretty uneasy this election cycle. Only about 12% of them believe their economic situation has improved over the past two years. Also, more than 60% disapprove of President Donald Trump’s performance—this includes about 20% of Republicans. A recent survey of likely voters in Maine indicates that this general sentiment […]
Joe Manchin labels Schumer as unreasonable for going after Susan Collins in Maine
Manchin Criticizes Schumer Over Collins’ Campaign LEWISTON, MAINE – Former Senator Joe Manchin, who has transitioned from a longstanding Democrat to an independent, expressed his disapproval of Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer on Wednesday. He labeled Schumer’s efforts to unseat Republican Senator Susan Collins of Maine as “crazy” while joining Collins on the campaign trail […]
Joe Manchin supports Susan Collins in competitive Maine Senate election
Former Senator Supports Collins in Maine Race A prominent Republican senator, who Democrats are eager to challenge, is receiving unexpected support from a former member of their party, sending a clear message to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer. Joe Manchin, who transitioned from the Democratic Party to an independent position before his retirement, is heading […]
Protester against data centers disrupts Maine Senate debate between Susan Collins and Troy Jackson
Debate Disrupted by Protester in Maine Senate Race During the final debate for the Maine Senate race on Thursday, a protester opposed to data centers interrupted the proceedings, leading to a tense exchange between Republican incumbent Susan Collins and her Democratic opponent, Troy Jackson. This incident occurred about 15 minutes into the debate when Collins […]
Susan Collins and Troy Jackson argue about a protester in Maine debate
Bangor, Maine – During the final debate between Republican Senator Susan Collins and Democratic challenger Troy Jackson, a protester disrupted the event, causing a tense moment when Collins inferred that the protester was supporting Jackson. The interruption occurred in a lively debate where the candidates discussed various issues. Collins, aiming for a sixth term, faces […]
Maine was taken advantage of while Democrat Matt Dunlap was in charge. Now he is campaigning for Congress.
PORTLAND, MAINE Maine’s chief financial watchdog is aiming for a promotion. Matt Dunlap, a Democrat who is running against former Republican Governor Paul LePage in Maine’s 2nd Congressional District, has been serving as the state auditor for almost five years. During his tenure, home-care agencies—many of which are run by Somalis—have reportedly received tens of […]
Maine lobsterman promises to continue opposing GPS tracking following Supreme Court defeat
In Maine, a lobsterman named Frank Thompson is determined to keep fighting after the Supreme Court decided not to hear his challenge regarding a GPS tracking requirement for boats. He believes this mandate poses a serious threat to a traditional way of life that has been passed down through generations and could extend its impact […]
Maine Debate — Troy Jackson Promises to Cut Funding for ICE: ‘Unchangeable’
Maine Senate Candidate Proposes Major Changes to ICE Maine Democratic Senate hopeful Troy Jackson announced on Thursday his intention to cut funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and reassign its responsibilities to Customs and Border Protection (CBP). He described ICE as irreparable during a debate with incumbent Senator Susan Collins (R-ME) on WMTW. Jackson, […]
Deception everywhere: How Maine turned into a haven for Somali scammers
Concerns Over Maine’s Home Health Care Agencies PORTLAND, MAINE — It’s hard to ignore the unsettling situation in Maine, where home health care companies seem to dominate the landscape, eerily reminiscent of a state grappling with a health crisis. Office buildings—once bustling—now host various home health care LLCs, including some with Minnesota area codes, typically […]
Susan Collins advises Trump to avoid Maine: ‘I’m not really his favorite senator’
Collins Sends a Clear Message to Trump During Debate WASHINGTON — In a clear indication of her stance, Senator Susan Collins seemed to signal to President Trump that he should steer clear of her campaign efforts. During her initial debate of the election season against Democrat Troy Jackson, Collins (R-Maine) sidestepped a question about whether […]