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Maine Dems Split Over Who Carries Platner’s Progressive Torch

Maine Democrats are divided on who should replace Graham Platner, following his resignation amid a sexual assault allegation, with Jackson backed by labor unions and Our Revolution and Bellows drawing Platner supporters. Nirav Shah is courting Platner organizers, while some state legislators back Bellows. About 600 delegates will decide the nominee at a Bangor convention in mid-July, a crucial step in the race to unseat Susan Collins. The field is fragmented as candidates try to claim Platner’s progressive legacy without being tethered to him personally.

via Politico|

#2026-elections #graham-platner #maine

politics1 month ago•38 min saved

Maine election chief blocks transgender sports ban from 2026 ballot, nudging a 2027 comeback

Secretary of State Shenna Bellows removed the conservative referendum to ban transgender girls from female scholastic sports from the 2026 ballot after ruling more than 12,000 signatures invalid, leaving the measure roughly 500 short of the threshold; proponents can try again for 2027 with about 500 additional signatures. Circulator fraud and misconduct surfaced during court hearings, including unattended petition forms and forged signatures. Bellows said the decision was based on facts and staff briefs, not politics, and noted the measure would have barred transgender girls from private spaces as well. The referendum was largely funded by Republican donor Richard Uihlein; a 2025 poll showed 64% of Mainers opposed transgender female athletes competing in women’s sports, and the measure could still face appeals in court.

via Bangor Daily News|

#ballot-access #elections #maine

politics5 months ago•25 min saved

Maine Halts Undercover ICE Plates as Communities Push Back

Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows paused issuing undercover license plates for the U.S. Border Patrol/ICE amid fears of how the plates could be used, while not revoking existing plates. The move comes as residents protest anticipated federal enforcement and the ACLU offers guidance, with officials and activists warning against masked, unmarked tactics and calling for protections for immigrant communities.

via Common Dreams|

#aclu #ice #immigration

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Maine Supreme Court Denies Appeal in Trump Ballot Eligibility Case

The Maine Supreme Court has dismissed Secretary of State Shenna Bellows' appeal in the case to keep former President Donald Trump off the ballot, citing the absence of a final judgment in the Kennebec County Superior Court. Bellows had previously ruled that Trump violated his constitutional oath and was not qualified to hold the office of the President under Section 3 of the 14th Amendment, but stated that she would wait for court rulings before officially removing his name from any ballots.

via WGME|

#ballot-case #donald-trump #maine-supreme-court

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"State Officials Appeal Court Delays in Trump Ballot Cases, Fate to be Decided by U.S. Supreme Court"

Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows has appealed a court decision delaying a ruling on her efforts to remove former President Donald Trump from the state's 2024 primary ballot, citing the "insurrectionist clause" of the 14th Amendment. The appeal comes after a judge declined to rule on the matter and suggested waiting for the U.S. Supreme Court's decision on a similar case in Colorado. Bellows' initial decision to ban Trump from the ballot has sparked controversy and legal challenges, with Trump arguing that Bellows is biased and made errors of law.

via UPI News|

#2024-election #court-appeal #donald-trump

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Maine Official Appeals Trump Ballot Removal to State's Top Court"

Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows is appealing to the state's Supreme Judicial Court to keep former President Donald Trump off the ballot, following her previous decision to remove him. Bellows cited the U.S. Supreme Court's Colorado case as guidance for her appeal. The court had previously declined to consider Trump's appeal until the Colorado case is decided. Bellows seeks a preemptive ruling on the legality of disqualifying Trump, emphasizing the importance of trust in free and secure elections. This comes after the Colorado Supreme Court disqualified Trump from appearing on the state's ballots in 2024, citing the 14th Amendment in relation to the Capitol riot.

via Fox News|

#ballot-removal #donald-trump #maine

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"State Election Officials and Trump's Ballot Status: Legal Battles and Controversies"

Maine's Democratic Secretary of State Shenna Bellows is appealing a judge's ruling that delayed her decision to remove former President Donald Trump from the state's ballot, citing his role in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack. Bellows had concluded that Trump didn't meet ballot qualifications under the 14th Amendment's insurrection clause, but the case was put on hold pending a U.S. Supreme Court decision on a similar case in Colorado. The appeal aims for an expedited review from the Maine Supreme Judicial Court before the March 5 primary, as overseas ballots with Trump's name are set to be mailed.

via The Associated Press|

#14th-amendment #donald-trump #maine

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Maine's Top Election Official Seeks State Supreme Court Review of Decision to Remove Trump from 2024 Ballot"

Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows is seeking the state Supreme Court's review of her decision to remove Donald Trump from the 2024 ballot, citing concerns about the 14th Amendment and promoting trust in elections. Her appeal comes ahead of the U.S. Supreme Court's Feb. 8 arguments on a similar Colorado decision, with both rulings currently on hold. Trump has filed a brief at the U.S. Supreme Court, arguing against individual states' authority to remove him from ballots.

via POLITICO|

#2024-election #donald-trump #maine

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"State Officials Take Legal Action in Trump Ballot Controversy"

Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows has appealed the Kennebec County Superior Court's decision to keep former President Donald Trump off the ballot, citing his violation of the 14th Amendment. Bellows had initially ruled to remove Trump from the ballot, but the court agreed to wait for the U.S. Supreme Court's decision on a similar case in Colorado. Trump's legal team had requested the delay, which was granted, but the court denied claims of bias. Bellows has now appealed to the Maine Supreme Judicial Court, seeking a ruling before ballots are counted to ensure trust in the state's elections.

via WGME|

#ballot-case #donald-trump #maine

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Maine Secretary of State Appeals Supreme Court Ruling on Trump Ballot Eligibility"

Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows has appealed a ruling that delays a decision on whether to remove former President Trump from the state's primary ballot under the 14th Amendment until the Supreme Court resolves a similar case. Bellows had previously ruled to exclude Trump from the ballot, but a judge has now decided to wait for the Supreme Court's decision before making a final ruling. Bellows warned that postponing the decision could jeopardize the integrity of the upcoming primary election, and the dispute has now been brought to Maine's top court.

via The Hill|

#14th-amendment #donald-trump #maine

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Trump Ballot Controversies: From Maine House to the Supreme Court"

The Maine House of Representatives rejected an impeachment attempt against Secretary of State Shenna Bellows over her decision to disqualify Donald Trump from the state’s primary ballot based on the 14th Amendment. Republican lawmakers argued that Trump should not be disqualified until found guilty of insurrection, while Bellows defended her decision as upholding the Constitution and the rule of law. The U.S. Supreme Court will decide on Trump's appeal, and Governor Janet Mills' office stated that the courts should determine if Trump violated the 14th Amendment.

via WGME|

#donald-trump #impeachment #maine