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Troy Jackson to Challenge Susan Collins for Maine Senate Seat

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Troy Jackson has been selected by Maine Democrats to challenge incumbent Republican Senator Susan Collins in the upcoming election. Jackson, a progressive candidate and former Maine Senate President, secured the nomination after Graham Platner withdrew from the race due to allegations of sexual assault. Jackson's platform includes policies such as Medicare for All and a federal right to abortion, and he has previously received endorsements from figures like Senator Bernie Sanders. AI

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Troy Jackson to Challenge Susan Collins for Maine Senate Seat

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Avery Lotz ·

    Troy Jackson picked to challenge Collins in Maine after Platner's exit

    <p>Democrats selected former Maine Senate President <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/07/09/democrats-maine-senate-race-replace-platner" target="_blank">Troy Jackson</a> on Saturday to challenge Republican Sen. <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/16/one-nation-susan-collins-…

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