Newsweek - Maine Senator Susan Collins, a Republican, trailed Democratic challenger Graham Platner in two polls of the state’s 2026 race released this week.
Collins could face her toughest reelection bid yet in Maine, a generally Democratic-leaning state where her popularity has helped the Republican incumbent win tough races in the past. She is one of the Democrats’ top targets; Vice President Kamala Harris won the state by seven points in 2024.
Democrats are hoping a favorable national environment, fueled by President Donald Trump’s declining approval rating, will boost their chances against Collins. But Republicans hope Collins’ long tenure and bipartisan appeal will keep the seat in their hands even amid a blue wave.
Maine’s race is a must-win for Democrats hoping to win control of the Senate in November. Forecasters like the Cook Political Report and Sabato’s Crystal Ball view the race as a pure toss-up three months ahead of the primary.
But Democrats are facing a competitive primary between Platner, a progressive oyster farmer and political newcomer, and Mills, the state’s two-term governor. The most recent polls give Platner an advantage in the primary, though Mills has received support from many in the party’s establishment, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York.
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"Mills has received support from many in the party’s establishment"
That's kinda like throwing an anvil to a drowning woman.
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