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Troy Jackson enters Maine Senate race to challenge Susan Collins

The progressive state legislator unexpectedly joins the 2026 race as Democrats seek to retake the Senate.

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What to know

  • Progressive state legislator Troy Jackson unexpectedly entered the 2026 Maine Senate race
  • He is challenging incumbent Republican Susan Collins
  • Democrats view the race as part of their effort to retake Senate control

Troy JacksonTroy Jackson Democratic Senate candidateSusan CollinsSusan Collins Republican U.S. Senator (Maine)

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Sep 21yesterdaytodaynow · 11:55 PM ET
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    “Mr. Jackson landed in the race unexpectedly. Democrats are hoping he can unseat Susan Collins, a Republican, in their bid to retake the Senate.”
    — New York Times · source

    1. 3 outlets first by The New York Times, 3d ago · also Washington Post, NYT · read ↗

    2. 1 outlet Can Democrat Troy Jackson Oust Republican Senator Susan Collins in Maine?

      first by Zeteo | Substack, 3d ago