Jackson Keeps Eyes on Collins as Maine Senate Bid Heats Up
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Democrat Troy Jackson, Maine’s new U.S. Senate nominee, is centering his general‑election campaign on attacking Susan Collins and differentiating himself from rival Graham Platner, arguing Collins’s 30 years in Washington and alignment with Trump don’t reflect Maine. Jackson aims to win over independents and working Mainers with disciplined messaging, while facing a substantial fundraising gap against Collins, who holds a large cash advantage and awaits heavy GOP and allied spending in a high‑stakes 2026 race. The dynamic marks a shift from Platner’s broader anti‑establishment approach to a more focused, candidate‑centric race in a blue-leaning state.
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- Jackson enters 100-day sprint with Collins as Maine Democrats hit reset The Hill
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