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Maine Senate hopeful faces questions over second-cousin connection
politics27 days ago

Maine Senate hopeful faces questions over second-cousin connection

Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Troy Jackson is under scrutiny after reports that he and his longtime partner Lana Pelletier are second cousins and have two adult sons. The claims, initially published by independent journalist Steve Robinson and picked up by Fox News and others, rely on genealogical records but do not violate Maine law, which allows second-cousin marriages. Jackson’s campaign says the reports are a distraction, while Republicans have seized on them as election material ahead of the November race against Sen. Susan Collins.

via KOMO|
#campaign-scrutiny#maine-senate#politics
Maine’s Troy Jackson Set to Seal Democratic Senate Nomination
politics1 month ago

Maine’s Troy Jackson Set to Seal Democratic Senate Nomination

Former Maine Senate President Troy Jackson is on track to win the Democratic nomination to replace Graham Platner after a smooth nominating convention, propelled by deep labor ties and union support as rivals drop out; Platner’s scandals helped clear the field, and Jackson’s campaign has strong fundraising (about $1 million) and a UNH poll showing him ahead of US Senator Susan Collins, 49–46.

via Talking Points Memo|
#democratic-nomination#graham-platner#labor-unions
Jackson rides caucus wave toward Maine's Democratic Senate nod
politics1 month ago

Jackson rides caucus wave toward Maine's Democratic Senate nod

Former Maine Senate President Troy Jackson dominated eight county caucuses and now sits within 11 delegates of clinching the Democratic U.S. Senate nomination, with clear wins across Cumberland, Penobscot, Kennebec, Hancock and Franklin counties. His organizational lead is emphasized as rival campaigns—Nirav Shah, Shenna Bellows and Jordan Wood—released delegate slates that overlapped poorly, highlighting Jackson's ground game ahead of the Bangor convention. Platner’s insurgent effort lingered in some counties as caucus results push toward a July 25 decision.

via Bangor Daily News|
#caucuses#democratic-nomination#maine
Viral debate moment thrusts trans activist into Maine Senate race after Platner fallout
politics1 month ago

Viral debate moment thrusts trans activist into Maine Senate race after Platner fallout

A Democratic candidate, Ashley Webb, a trans intersex activist, surged into Maine’s U.S. Senate race to replace the ousted Graham Platner after a debate clip in which Webb offered a rambling, memed answer about their qualifications went viral (over 750,000 views). Platner was forced out amid rape allegations, leaving 12 candidates, including Webb alongside Shenna Bellows, Dan Kleban, and Kristina Libby, vying for the nomination to challenge incumbent Republican Sen. Susan Collins in November.

via New York Post|
#ashley-webb#debate-viral#graham-platner
Maine Democrats Face Uphill Battle in Replacing Platner After Debate
politics1 month ago

Maine Democrats Face Uphill Battle in Replacing Platner After Debate

Eight Democratic hopefuls debated Thursday to replace Graham Platner and take on Republican Sen. Susan Collins, but the night underscored how difficult it will be to match Platner’s viral appeal and electability. Nirav Shah delivered the most polished performance, while Shenna Bellows, Jordan Wood, and Troy Jackson appeared less authoritative, with most candidates sticking to general progressive lines and attacking Collins and Trump rather than forging clear policy contrasts. The convention on July 25 will determine the nominee among delegates, with cross-endorsements likely shaping the final outcome.

via Yahoo|
#graham-platner#maine#maine-senate
Maine Dems’ Debate Highlights Challenges in Replacing Platner
politics1 month ago

Maine Dems’ Debate Highlights Challenges in Replacing Platner

Maine Democrats’ first Senate debate to replace Graham Platner pitted eight candidates, with four top contenders echoing Platner’s positions and struggling to differentiate themselves. Shah, Jackson, Bellows, and Wood touted progressive stances while avoiding sharp clashes, underscoring how tough it will be to unseat Republican Susan Collins. The undercard featured four lesser-known hopefuls, including Dan Kleban, as the field jockeys for visibility ahead of a July 25 convention that will finalize the nominee. Issues like ICE and a recent deadly shooting in Biddeford also surfaced, and CNN will host another debate on July 23.

via CNN|
#democrats-debate#elections-2026#graham-platner
politics1 month ago

Maine Democrats sprint to fill Platner vacancy as Nirav Shah enters crowded field

Following Graham Platner's withdrawal amid sexual‑assault allegations, Maine Democrats race to replace him with Nirav Shah and a slate of familiar contenders—former gubernatorial hopefuls Troy Jackson and Shenna Bellows, and Dan Kleban—in a hastily organized, unpledged delegate process that could determine Senate control when they face Republican Sen. Susan Collins.

via Politico|
#democrats#graham-platner#maine-senate
Patrick Dempsey Declines Maine Senate Bid
politics1 month ago

Patrick Dempsey Declines Maine Senate Bid

Patrick Dempsey wrote in an op-ed that he gave real thought to running for Maine’s open U.S. Senate seat but ultimately decided not to enter the race, saying he can contribute more through the life he’s built. The move comes as Democrats consider a replacement for Graham Platner, who paused his campaign amid sexual‑assault allegations; several names—Nirav Shah, Troy Jackson, Shenna Bellows, and Dan Kleban—have been floated, though Platner has not officially withdrawn.

via Deadline|
#graham-platner#maine-senate#patrick-dempsey
politics1 month ago

Maine Dems rush to name Platner replacement ahead of deadline

Graham Platner’s withdrawal from Maine’s U.S. Senate race after a new sexual allegation triggers a rapid scramble among Democrats to replace him before the July 27 deadline, with Troy Jackson quickly entering and others like Shenna Bellows, Dan Kleban, Nirav Shah, Jordan Wood, and potential nods for Chellie Pingree or Sara Gideon weighing in. The Maine Democratic Party has approved a nominating convention plan to pick a successor to face Susan Collins, as candidates weigh feasibility, past votes, and the path to defeating the Republican incumbent in a pivotal race.

via Politico|
#democrats#graham-platner#maine
Escalating U.S.-Iran clashes, Maine race scramble, and Emmy snubs dominate the Morning Rundown
world1 month ago

Escalating U.S.-Iran clashes, Maine race scramble, and Emmy snubs dominate the Morning Rundown

The day’s headlines: U.S. strikes around 90 Iranian targets as Tehran retaliates against Gulf states, with Trump suggesting the ceasefire may be over; in Maine, Democrat Graham Platner exits the Senate race after a 2021 sexual-assault allegation, prompting a nominating convention as the party searches for a replacement (Patrick Dempsey has already said no); HBO leads the Emmy nominations with top totals for The Pitt and Hacks, while Apple TV shows gain traction; World Cup quarterfinals tip off with France vs. Morocco and Haaland drawing global buzz; and the Pentagon warns it’s running low on funds, seeking a $67 billion supplemental budget to sustain ongoing operations.

via NBC News|
#emmy-nominations#iran-us-conflict#maine-senate