US Midterms: Democrat Troy Jackson claims Maine Senate seat as Susan Collins concedes, Pingree wins Governor race
The Democratic wave sweeping through the 2026 US midterm elections has reached Maine, where Republican Senator Susan Collins conceded defeat to Democratic challenger Troy Jackson, ending her three-decade career in the US Senate. Meanwhile, Democrat Hannah Pingree was projected to win the state's gubernatorial race, marking another victory for the party. Collins, who was seeking re-election after serving five terms, confirmed that she had called Jackson to concede and congratulate him. In a statement reported by CBS News, she said, It has been the honor of my life to serve the people of Maine…
Democrat Troy Jackson won Maine’s U.S. Senate race against Republican Susan Collins, ending her bid for a sixth term. WJAR reported that Jackson declared victory early Wednesday after Collins conceded, and WYFF also reported her concession. NBC News said it projected Jackson as the winner, while dailygazette.com reported that the Associated Press had not yet called the race. The sources do not give vote totals.
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