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Gov. Janet Mills, D-Me., kicked off her campaign for Senate Tuesday, joining a crowded primary field vying to challenge longtime Republican Sen. Susan Collins next year. The two-term governor, who has sparred with President Donald Trump's administration since January, framed her entrance into the race as an effort to check the White House.
The Republican senators cited a spate of recent lawsuits involving the MSP and a trooper survey showing non-confidence in top leadership.
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Former GOP senator running to flip key swing state seat says he wants to 'work with President Trump'
Former senator John Sununu launches 2026 GOP primary bid for New Hampshire Senate seat, facing Scott Brown in race for Trump endorsement and chance to flip Democratic stronghold.
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Maine Gov. Janet Mills will challenge Sen. Susan Collins in key 2026 Senate contest, AP sources say
Maine’s two-term Democratic Gov. Janet Mills will run for the U.S. Senate seat held by veteran Republican Sen. Susan Collins next year.
Emerson, a Republican from Carencro, pointed to her record of sponsoring consequential legislation on taxes, education, and other major issues.
Pulaski County Circuit Court Judge Patricia James said Wednesday (Oct. 22) that Gov. Sarah Sanders’ date for a special election in Senate District 26 violates the constitutional rights of
Gov. Janet Mills enters a competitive Democratic primary for Maine's Senate seat, facing Graham Platner who is backed by Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont.
The federal government remains closed Thursday as tensions flared on Capitol Hill ahead of the Senate reconvening. Here's the latest, vote time, more.