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Maine Democrats Pick Jackson Over Platner for Senate Race

July 25, 2026·about 2 hours ago·via USA Today
Maine Democrats Pick Jackson Over Platner for Senate Race
Troy Jackson has secured the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Maine after Graham Platner withdrew from the race. The party's delegates made the switch, positioning Jackson as their challenger to incumbent Republican Senator Susan Collins. This nomination change represents a significant shift in Maine's Democratic strategy heading into the general election, with Jackson now carrying the party's hopes against one of the Senate's most established moderates. Read more about this...

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