Troy Jackson Apologizes, Stands by Gaza…Troy Jackson Apologizes, Stands by Gaza Claim

Maine Senate candidate Troy Jackson apologized after suggesting some Jewish Mainers were reluctant to call Israel’s actions in Gaza genocide, but he maintained that characterization. He said he regretted the generalization and pledged to oppose antisemitism and support peace and security for Palestinians and Israelis. The episode drew criticism and support from political and Jewish community voices and sharpened debate over Jackson’s foreign-policy experience and incumbent Sen. Susan Collins’s support for Israel.