AI Governance
Data Centers
Drones
Climate
Privacy
2026 Maine Senate
Bob Dylan
Last Update: 10/27/2026 at 6:01 AM EST
Troy Jackson’s 2026 Maine Senate Bid
Coverage from The New York Times, Bangor Daily News, and others
Maine Democrats selected former state Senate President Troy Jackson to replace Graham Platner as their nominee for the 2026 U.
S. Senate race. Delegates chose Jackson at a special convention in Bangor after Platner withdrew, and Jackson’s nomination launched a campaign against Republican Sen. Susan Collins. Coverage of the race includes the party’s unusual replacement process, Jackson’s policy proposals and political support, and scrutiny of the candidates’ records, campaign resources, and prospects.
Looking Back
21 Day Timeline
Jul 9
Jul 12
Jul 16
Jul 19
Jul 22
Jul 26
Jul 29
History
10/03/2026
The focus has broadened from Jackson’s nomination and the fundraising gap to the campaign he must now run: he has about 99 days to introduce a progressive platform and win over independents. Progressive supporters, including Our Revolution, have also shifted their backing to him.
All Articles237 articles
Important
Troy Jackson secured delegate consolidation for the Democratic nomination for Maine’s 2026 U.S. Senate seat after Graham Platner’s exit, facing scrutiny over prior abortion and LGBTQ votes and conduct as Susan Collins awaits.
7/21/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson secured a majority of Maine Democratic delegates for the 2026 U.S. Senate nomination, setting up a tight race against Susan Collins amid regional shifts and outside spending gaps.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won Maine's Democratic Senate nomination in Bangor Saturday, setting up a general election challenge to Sen. Susan Collins.
7/27/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson and Saundra Pelletier remain as Maine Democrats prepare Bangor convention voting after weekend delegate-selection meetings narrowed the nominee field.
7/23/2026 • Parties & Political Organizations • General
Troy Jackson won the Democratic nomination in Maine on Saturday and will face Susan Collins in November after Republican outside advertising attacked Jackson’s record and ties to Graham Platner.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Ro Khanna and Our Revolution backed Troy Jackson as the Democratic front-runner in Maine after Graham Platner suspended a Senate bid in 2026.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic replacement nomination in Bangor on Saturday and will challenge Sen. Susan Collins in the Nov. 3 general election.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson’s delegate-backed bid will be decided Saturday in Bangor as Maine Democrats replace withdrawn nominee Graham Platner for the 2026 Senate contest against Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Senate Leadership Fund ran an ad on July 25 linking Troy Jackson to an unverified claim of hitting a female colleague, later rated False.
7/28/2026 • Campaign Messaging & Media • General
Kamala Harris endorsed Maine Democratic Senate nominee Troy Jackson on Monday, after a special party process selected Jackson to replace Graham Platner and face Susan Collins.
7/28/2026 • Endorsements & Surrogates • General
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic Senate nomination in 2026 to challenge Susan Collins after the Graham Platner withdrawal amid scandal allegations.
7/28/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
NRSC targeted Democratic nominee Troy Jackson with an AI-generated attack video after Jackson replaced Graham Platner for the Maine Senate contest involving Susan Collins.
7/28/2026 • Campaign Messaging & Media • General
Troy Jackson won the Democratic nomination to challenge Sen. Susan Collins in Maine, with early polls showing a near tie despite a major Jackson fundraising deficit.
7/28/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won the Democratic nomination to challenge Sen. Susan Collins in Maine, with early polling showing a slight Jackson lead and a major fundraising gap looming.
7/28/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Outside groups and party allies are launching early ad attacks in Maine's 2026 Senate race as Troy Jackson faces Susan Collins.
7/27/2026 • Campaign Messaging & Media • General
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic Senate nomination after Graham Platner suspended, positioning Jackson to challenge Susan Collins on Medicare for all, unions, and affordability.
7/27/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Senate Leadership Fund and NRSC ads attack Democrat Troy Jackson over alleged links to Graham Platner, as national Democrats tie Susan Collins to Trump policies on healthcare, abortion, and immigration.
7/27/2026 • Campaign Messaging & Media • General
Troy Jackson won the Democratic Maine Senate nomination in Bangor and will challenge Susan Collins after Graham Platner suspended his bid amid rape allegations.
7/27/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Pine Tree Results PAC and the Senate Leadership Fund released ads after Troy Jackson's Saturday Maine Senate nomination, linking Jackson to Graham Platner scandal claims.
7/27/2026 • Campaign Messaging & Media • General
Troy Jackson and Susan Collins contest the 2026 Maine Senate seat as outside spending and campaign narrative tactics intensify after Jackson replaces Graham Platner.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in Bangor on Saturday, defeating challenger Saundra Pelletier 566-5 as Israel-focused debate persisted ahead of Susan Collins.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nomination on Saturday and will face Sen. Susan Collins in November after Republican ad and super PAC spending announcements.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Jackson replaces Graham Platner on the Maine Senate ticket and targets Susan Collins while signaling party outreach after Epstein-themed ad criticism.
7/26/2026 • Campaign Messaging & Media • General
NRSC guidance and Senate Leadership Fund advertising target Troy Jackson with attacks linking him to Graham Platner as Maine Senate voting approaches.
7/26/2026 • Campaign Messaging & Media • General
Maine Democratic delegates in Bangor selected Troy Jackson as the 2026 U.S. Senate nominee on Saturday, replacing Graham Platner and setting up a November contest with Susan Collins.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democratic Party chair Charlie Dingman announced Troy Jackson as the 2026 U.S. Senate nominee in Maine after a 566-delegate vote, setting up a race against Sen. Susan Collins.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won the Democratic nomination for Maine U.S. Senate on July 25 and will face Susan Collins in November after Graham Platner's July withdrawal.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nomination Saturday and will face Sen. Susan Collins in November amid major fundraising and Republican outside spending plans.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic Senate nomination in Bangor on Saturday, setting a November matchup with Senator Susan Collins after Graham Platner withdrew.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats will meet in Bangor on Saturday to select a Senate replacement nominee after Graham Platner withdrew, under state law requiring nomination by Monday.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats picked a 2026 Senate nominee in Bangor Saturday after Graham Platner withdrew following a sexual assault allegation, setting Troy Jackson up to challenge Susan Collins.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won Maine’s Democratic Senate nomination in Bangor and will face Susan Collins on November 3 after Graham Platner withdrew.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson is set to accept the Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in Maine on Saturday, launching a general-election campaign against Susan Collins after Graham Platners July withdrawal.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats selected Troy Jackson as the 2026 U.S. Senate nominee on July 25 in Bangor after Graham Platner withdrew following an allegation he denied.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats in Bangor selected a replacement path after Graham Platner withdrew, leaving Troy Jackson favored to face Susan Collins with less than four months to campaign.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson is set to accept the Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in Maine on Saturday, following Graham Platner's July 10 withdrawal and setting up a rematch with Susan Collins.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic Senate nomination in Bangor and will face Susan Collins in November after a late Platner withdrawal.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats in Bangor will vote on a replacement U.S. Senate nominee after Graham Platner withdrew on July 10, with Troy Jackson positioned to challenge Susan Collins before Nov. 3.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won Maine Democratic Senate nomination on July 25 and will face incumbent Susan Collins after Jackson led in a University of New Hampshire Survey Center poll, 49% to 46%.
7/25/2026 • Parties & Political Organizations • General
Maine Democrats meet in Bangor on Saturday to choose a Senate nominee, with Troy Jackson emerging as the replacement after Graham Platner withdrew and Susan Collins leads fundraising.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats hold a Saturday nominating convention after Graham Platner withdrew, with Troy Jackson poised to win the delegate-backed nomination to oppose Sen. Susan Collins.
7/25/2026 • Parties & Political Organizations • General
Maine Democrats gather in Bangor Saturday to select a replacement Senate nominee, with Troy Jackson leading delegates for a bid against Susan Collins.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats will pick a new Senate nominee in Bangor after Graham Platner withdrew, with Troy Jackson emerging as the replacement to face Susan Collins on Nov. 3.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats will choose Saturday in Bangor a replacement nominee for the 2026 Senate race against Susan Collins after Graham Platner withdrew over a sexual assault allegation.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats in Bangor on Saturday will choose a Senate nominee to face Susan Collins after Graham Platner withdrew, with Troy Jackson emerging as the leading replacement candidate.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson is set to accept the Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in Maine on Saturday, preparing a 101-day bid to unseat Senator Susan Collins.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democratic delegates in Bangor will select a Senate replacement nominee Saturday, with Troy Jackson emerging after Graham Platner withdrew following a sexual assault allegation, setting up a rematch with Susan Collins.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson is set to become Maine Democrats' replacement U.S. Senate nominee in Bangor after Graham Platner withdrew on July 10.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats expected to nominate Troy Jackson at a Bangor convention Saturday, narrowing the Democratic contest to Jackson versus Saundra Pelletier.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democratic delegates in Bangor vote Saturday on a replacement Senate nominee as Troy Jackson leads after Graham Platner withdraws over a sexual assault allegation.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats nominated Troy Jackson in Bangor on Saturday to replace Graham Platner and challenge Susan Collins in the 2026 U.S. Senate election.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats selected Troy Jackson as the 2026 nominee to face Sen. Susan Collins after Graham Platner withdrew, following a convention vote by 16-county delegates.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats in Bangor will choose Troy Jackson or Saundra Pelletier on Saturday as the replacement nominee to challenge Susan Collins after Graham Platner withdrew.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats in Bangor will choose a U.S. Senate replacement nominee for the Nov. 3 contest after Graham Platner withdrew, with Troy Jackson leading support.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democratic delegates meet Saturday in Bangor to select a Senate nominee after Graham Platner withdrew, with Troy Jackson seeking the spot against Susan Collins.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats nominated Troy Jackson in Bangor in 2026 primary voting, replacing a collapsed Graham Platner effort, to challenge Sen. Susan Collins.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson will formally accept the Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in Maine on Saturday after Graham Platners withdrawal and delegate-selection results in Bangor.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats chose Troy Jackson in Bangor on Saturday to replace Graham Platner and face Sen. Susan Collins in November under Maine's primary replacement process.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats in Bangor will select a replacement Senate nominee Saturday after Graham Platner withdrew, with Troy Jackson emerging as a leading choice to face Susan Collins.
7/25/2026 • Parties & Political Organizations • General
Troy Jackson won the Democratic U.S. Senate nomination replacement convention in Bangor on Saturday and will face Susan Collins in November.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats selected Troy Jackson as the U.S. Senate nominee in Bangor on Saturday after the party replaced withdrawn primary winner Graham Platner.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats will vote in Bangor on Saturday to nominate Troy Jackson as Senate candidate to challenge Susan Collins after the Platner replacement contest narrowed.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democratic delegates in Bangor select a new Senate nominee after Graham Platner withdrew, with Troy Jackson emerging to challenge incumbent Susan Collins.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won the July 25 Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nomination replacing Graham Platner and will face Sen. Susan Collins after UNH Survey Center polling shows a tight race.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won Maine's Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in Bangor on Saturday and will face Susan Collins in the Nov. 3 general election.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats hold a Saturday nominating convention for the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Graham Platner, with Troy Jackson favored after delegate meetings and withdrawals by Shenna Bellows and Nirav Shah.
7/25/2026 • Parties & Political Organizations • General
Maine Democrats planned a Saturday Bangor convention to nominate Troy Jackson for the 2026 U.S. Senate race after Graham Platner withdrew amid scandal.
7/25/2026 • Parties & Political Organizations • General
Maine Democrats will hold a Bangor convention to ratify Troy Jackson after county delegate conventions selected a replacement nominee for the 2026 Senate race against Susan Collins.
7/24/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats plan to nominate Troy Jackson in Bangor on Saturday to replace Graham Platner and campaign against Susan Collins for the 2026 U.S. Senate seat.
7/24/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson became Maine's official Democratic Senate nominee after a convention concluded the replacement process for Graham Platner, with a University of New Hampshire poll showing a lead over Susan Collins.
7/24/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats plan to nominate Troy Jackson in Bangor this weekend after Graham Platner's withdrawal, setting up a rapid campaign against Susan Collins for the 2026 U.S. Senate seat.
7/24/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson is expected to win the Maine Democratic Senate nomination in Bangor on Saturday after Graham Platner withdrew following a sexual-assault allegation.
7/24/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats plan a last-minute Bangor convention to nominate Troy Jackson as the 2026 opponent for U.S. Senator Susan Collins after Graham Platner withdrawal.
7/24/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats planned a Saturday Bangor convention to nominate Troy Jackson, accelerating the party's effort to challenge Susan Collins after Graham Platner's withdrawal.
7/24/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson became Maine Democrats' U.S. Senate nominee after Graham Platner's exit, as Trump-era policy effects were argued to raise stakes for Susan Collins reelection.
7/23/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democratic delegates chose Troy Jackson to replace Graham Platner for the Senate race against Susan Collins, with party nominee selection due by July 27 after Platner suspension.
7/22/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson surged toward the Maine Senate Democratic nomination in 2026 after winning the delegate hunt with former Graham Platner supporters, amid abortion and temperament scrutiny.
7/22/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson seeks the Maine Democratic Senate nomination in the wake of Graham Platner’s campaign collapse, while Republicans prepare attacks over Jackson’s history and Platner links.
7/22/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson said in a Tuesday interview that he will not support Chuck Schumer for Democratic Party leadership as Jackson prepares to challenge Susan Collins in Maine.
7/21/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson told The New York Times in 2026 that he would not support Chuck Schumer as Senate Democratic leader and questioned conditions on Schumer support for Maine’s contest against Susan Collins.
7/21/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Nirav Shah suspended his Maine Democratic Senate nomination bid and endorsed Troy Jackson, as Maine Democrats prepare to pick a replacement at a July 25 Bangor convention.
7/21/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats reported Troy Jackson clinched the nomination with 481 of 500 delegates after Graham Platners exit, triggering campaign suspensions ahead of a Bangor special convention.
7/21/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats prepare a July 25 special convention after Troy Jackson surfaced as the presumptive nominee to challenge Susan Collins for the 2026 U.S. Senate seat.
7/21/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson secured nearly all pledged Democratic delegates for Maine's July 25 statewide convention, effectively ending the replacement contest against Sen. Susan Collins.
7/21/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
The Maine Democratic Party certified Troy Jackson for the 2026 Senate nomination ballot ahead of the Bangor convention as delegate voting and signature rules shaped the candidate field.
7/21/2026 • Parties & Political Organizations • General
Troy Jackson secured the Democratic nomination replacement for the 2026 Maine Senate contest after delegate vote momentum and rival withdrawals, setting up a close race versus Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson gained Democratic nominating-convention momentum in Maine between Saturday and Sunday after opponents withdrew and endorsed him, positioning him to face Sen. Susan Collins in November.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson consolidated Democratic delegates in Maine after rivals withdrew and endorsed him ahead of a July 25 convention to challenge Susan Collins in November.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson gained hundreds of Democratic convention delegate commitments in Maine ahead of a July 25 nominating convention to challenge Susan Collins in November.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson led the Maine Democratic Senate field after weekend county caucuses, winning at least 456 of 500 delegates ahead of the July 25 convention.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson consolidated pledged Democratic delegates by the July 25 Maine nominating convention after multiple rivals withdrew and endorsed him to challenge Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson consolidated Democratic delegate momentum for Maine U.S. Senate nomination after opponents withdrew and multiple endorsements followed ahead of the July 25 convention.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson gained Democratic nomination momentum in Maine by securing hundreds of convention delegates ahead of a July 25 convention against Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democratic candidate Troy Jackson gained momentum after opponent withdrawals and endorsements ahead of a July 25 convention to choose a nominee against U.S. Sen. Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson gained hundreds of pledged delegates ahead of Maine’s July 25 Democratic Senate nominating convention after multiple withdrawals and endorsements.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson is described as likely Democratic replacement for Graham Platner in Maine’s 2026 U.S. Senate race, following a June gubernatorial primary bid and a labor-linked, working-class political profile.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson consolidated delegate support for the July 25 Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nominating convention after multiple withdrawals ahead of the November matchup with Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson led Maine Democratic delegate balloting to replace Graham Platner ahead of a Bangor convention vote, with Nirav Shah and Shenna Bellows withdrawing after a delegate-slate winner-take-all effect.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson consolidated Democratic delegate support in Maine after Graham Platner withdrew, following endorsements from Nirav Shah and others ahead of a July 25 nominating convention to face Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats narrowed the replacement Senate nominee field after county delegate outcomes consolidated support for Troy Jackson ahead of the June 25 convention.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson led delegate pledges ahead of a Sunday Maine Democratic convention to replace Graham Platner, setting up a November matchup against Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson gained momentum in Maine's Democratic U.S. Senate replacement race after multiple withdrawals and delegate commitments ahead of a July 25 convention, setting up a November matchup with Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won 15 of 16 Maine county delegate elections over the weekend and becomes replacement Democratic U.S. Senate nominee facing Susan Collins on the November ballot.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson dominated Maine Democratic delegate voting in Bangor over the weekend, triggering withdrawals from Shenna Bellows and Nirav Shah before a convention vote against Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
After county caucuses in York County and across Maine, Troy Jackson emerged as delegate leader for the next U.S. Senate nominee ahead of a Bangor Democratic convention.
7/20/2026 • Parties & Political Organizations • General
Troy Jackson built delegate support for the Maine July 25 Democratic Senate nominating convention after Graham Platner withdrew, positioning a challenge to Sen. Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson consolidated Maine Democratic Senate nomination momentum after multiple withdrawals by Monday night, raising internal concerns ahead of the general-election contest against Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson gained delegate pledges as Democratic opponents withdrew ahead of a July 25 Maine nominating convention to face Sen. Susan Collins in November.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson, a northern Maine logger, emerged as the Democratic front-runner to replace Graham Platner for Maine’s 2026 Senate nominee role amid progressive endorsements and prior statewide campaign activity.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson gained Democratic momentum for Maine's 2026 U.S. Senate nomination after opponent withdrawals, multiple endorsements, and delegate pledges for the July 25 convention.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democratic county nomination meetings ahead of the June 25 convention elevated Troy Jackson as the preferred nominee after withdrawals by other candidates urging unity against Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson gained Democratic delegate momentum in Maine for a July 25 nominating convention after Graham Platner withdrew and multiple opponents endorsed him.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson consolidated Democratic delegates in Maine as rivals withdrew and endorsed him ahead of the July 25 nominating convention to face Susan Collins in November.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson seeks Maine Democratic nomination at a Bangor convention after Graham Platner withdrew, aiming to face Sen. Susan Collins with a short timeline.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson consolidated Maine Democratic Senate nomination momentum at county meetings in York County after Nirav Shah and Dan Kleban ended bids and endorsed Jackson for a convention vote against Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson emerged as the Democratic nominee replacement for the 2026 Maine Senate race after Graham Platner withdrew, with delegates voting Saturday in Bangor to finalize the nominee against Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson gained delegate momentum at York County Democratic meetings as Maine Democrats prepare a convention to choose a nominee to challenge Susan Collins after Bellows ended her campaign.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won a large majority of Maine Democratic county delegates Saturday ahead of the July 25 convention to determine the 2026 Senate nominee.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won about 300 of 319 Maine Democratic Senate nomination delegates on Saturday, strengthening a July 25 bid to challenge Susan Collins.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Shenna Bellows ended the Maine Democratic Senate bid while Troy Jackson’s delegate slate surged in York County ahead of convention voting to pick a challenger to Susan Collins.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won most elected delegates during a Maine Democratic challenger-selection weekend, strengthening the pathway toward a 2026 race against Sen. Susan Collins.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Shenna Bellows withdrew from Maine's Democratic Senate nominee replacement effort as Troy Jackson gained delegate momentum ahead of a next-week convention vote.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson gained delegate momentum after Graham Platner and Shenna Bellows withdrew from the Maine Democratic Senate nomination replacement process ahead of a Bangor convention.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won majority delegate backing at Maine Democratic county and convention processes ahead of a November 2026 challenge to Susan Collins.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson leads Democratic delegate support heading into a July 25 Bangor convention that will determine Maine’s U.S. Senate nominee against Susan Collins.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won majorities in Maine county Democratic caucuses, edging toward the July 25 Bangor convention after Graham Platner's collapsed bid.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats advanced county delegate voting toward a July 25 Senate nominee convention as Troy Jackson gained an early delegate advantage, with more counties voting Sunday.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won majority delegate commitments for the Maine Democratic Senate nomination, positioned to challenge Susan Collins after Shenna Bellows and Graham Platner exited.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson surged during the opening round of Maine Democratic convention delegate voting in Bangor, winning most delegates as Democrats move to nominate a Senate challenger for Susan Collins.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson gained major delegate support for the July 25 Maine Democratic Senate nominating convention after opponent withdrawals, setting up a likely general election fight with Susan Collins.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Shenna Bellows ended the Maine Democratic U.S. Senate campaign as Troy Jackson gained delegates in York County for the convention that will select a nominee to challenge Susan Collins.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson gained delegate momentum for the July 25 Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nominating convention after multiple Democratic withdrawals and endorsements ahead of November against Susan Collins.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
John Jackson won Maine Democratic Senate nomination in Bangor on Sunday, backing a short general-election run against Sen. Susan Collins after Graham Platner withdrew.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won 456 of 500 Maine Democratic county caucus delegates after Graham Platner's withdrawal, setting up a convention replacement nomination vote within two weeks.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Kennebec County Democrats selected 40 delegates in Augusta on Saturday for the July 25 Bangor convention that will nominate a challenger to Sen. Susan Collins.
7/18/2026 • Parties & Political Organizations • General
Our Revolution announced organizing support for Troy Jackson in Maine’s 2026 Democratic U.S. Senate bid after Jackson’s earlier immigration and abortion positions were highlighted.
7/14/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democratic Party plans a July 27 replacement selection as former Senate President Troy Jackson gains backing after Graham Platner withdraws her Senate bid.
7/11/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats in Bangor will vote to replace withdrawn nominee Graham Platner, with Troy Jackson positioned to challenge Sen. Susan Collins before the Nov. 3 election.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats plan to nominate Troy Jackson in Bangor on Saturday for the 2026 Senate race against Susan Collins after Graham Platner's campaign collapse.
7/24/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson gained a delegate lead for Maine's July 25 Democratic U.S. Senate nominating convention after multiple rivals withdrew and endorsed him, positioning Jackson to challenge Susan Collins in November.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats are poised to nominate Troy Jackson for the 2026 Senate contest after delegate slate support and candidate endorsements ahead of the state convention.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats will convene delegates in Bangor to select a replacement Senate nominee after Graham Platner withdrew, with Troy Jackson emerging as the leading choice.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats will nominate Troy Jackson in Bangor this weekend, after Graham Platner withdrew, launching a race against Susan Collins with less than four months to campaign.
7/24/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson strengthened his path to the July 25 Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nominating convention after delegate reports and multiple opponent withdrawals endorsed Jackson to challenge Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats nominated former Senate president Troy Jackson for the 2026 Senate seat, replacing Graham Platner after conduct and assault allegations.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson discusses gradual changes on LGBTQ rights and reproductive freedom in an MS NOW Morning Joe appearance while preparing to face Susan Collins in Maine’s 2026 Senate contest.
7/28/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
NRSC and Senate Leadership Fund messaging targeted Troy Jackson after Democratic nomination to challenge Sen. Susan Collins in Maine during 2026.
7/26/2026 • Campaign Messaging & Media • General
Maine Democrats named Troy Jackson their 2026 Senate nominee in Bangor in an emergency convention, setting up a close early polling matchup versus Susan Collins.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats nominated Troy Jackson in Bangor on the 2026 U.S. Senate ballot replacement for Graham Platner, ahead of a Susan Collins matchup as early polling shows Jackson leading.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic Senate nomination on Saturday and will face Susan Collins in November after Graham Platner withdrew earlier in the month.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won Maine's Democratic U.S. Senate nomination on Saturday and will face Susan Collins in 2026 after beating Saundra Pelletier 566 to 5.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats nominated Troy Jackson in Bangor on Saturday to challenge Susan Collins in 2026, with a roughly 100-day timeline after Graham Platner exited.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats chose a new nominee on Saturday in Bangor after Graham Platner withdrew, elevating Troy Jackson to face Republican Sen. Susan Collins for a 2026 Senate seat.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democratic convention delegates in Bangor on Saturday will vote to nominate Troy Jackson to challenge Sen. Susan Collins after delegate consolidation after Graham Platner's exit.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats will vote in Bangor on Saturday to pick a replacement Senate nominee, with Troy Jackson leading after Graham Platner withdrew amid an assault allegation.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
On July 25 in Bangor, Maine Democrats nominated Troy Jackson for the 2026 U.S. Senate race against Sen. Susan Collins, with early outside attacks tied to Graham Platner and spending head start by Collins.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats are scheduled to nominate Troy Jackson on Saturday at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor after the delegate contest narrowed to Jackson and Saundra Pelletier.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won Maine Democratic nomination on Saturday in Bangor and will challenge Sen. Susan Collins in November after Graham Platner's withdrawal.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson is positioned to win the Maine Democratic Senate nomination in Bangor and launch a 101-day campaign against Republican Sen. Susan Collins after Jackson advances while Platner and other contenders exit.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats nominated Troy Jackson for the 2026 Senate race in Bangor after Graham Platner withdrew, setting up a likely general election contest with Susan Collins.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats select a 2026 U.S. Senate replacement nominee in Bangor on Saturday after Graham Platner withdrew, with Troy Jackson leading the delegate vote.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats on Saturday nominated Troy Jackson to replace Graham Platner for the 2026 U.S. Senate race after Platner's withdrawal following sexual misconduct allegations.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democratic delegates in Bangor select a Senate replacement after Graham Platner withdraws, with Troy Jackson consolidating support to face Susan Collins.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats plan to nominate Troy Jackson in Bangor this weekend after Graham Platner withdrew, setting up a short general-election campaign against Susan Collins.
7/24/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democratic Party will hold July 25 in Bangor to select a U.S. Senate replacement nominee after Graham Platner withdrawal, with a secretary-of-state deadline on July 27.
7/24/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats are expected to nominate Troy Jackson at a Bangor special convention this weekend for a rapid campaign against Sen. Susan Collins in 2026.
7/24/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats set a Bangor special convention to nominate Troy Jackson after Graham Platner withdrew, leading to a fast race against Sen. Susan Collins.
7/24/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson gained momentum as Maine Democrats sought a replacement for Graham Platner ahead of a Senate challenge to Susan Collins.
7/23/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson consolidated as a Democratic replacement for Graham Platner and laid out Senate oversight priorities during a debate, as Susan Collins remains the Maine incumbent.
7/23/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats backed Troy Jackson for the 2026 Senate nomination, setting up a competitive general election against five-term Sen. Susan Collins.
7/23/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson surged among Maine Democratic Senate delegates as abortion-focused attacks and links to Graham Platner shaped the 2026 nomination contest.
7/22/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democratic delegates nominated Troy Jackson to replace Graham Platner for the 2026 Senate race, following Platner’s campaign suspension, as the nominee selection deadline approaches July 27.
7/22/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson gained delegate momentum in the 2026 Maine Democratic Senate contest and is nearing the nomination while abortion-focused attacks target his past positions.
7/22/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson overtook Graham Platner in the Maine Democratic delegate fight over the weekend as CNN-reported temperament concerns and past controversies shape the nomination battle.
7/22/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson is positioned to secure the Maine Democratic Senate nomination in Bangor this weekend after delegate dominance and rival exits.
7/21/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson secured dominant Maine Democratic delegate support after rival withdrawals ahead of the nominating convention to face Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson consolidated hundreds of Democratic nominating-convention delegate commitments in Maine after multiple candidate withdrawals, positioning Jackson to face Sen. Susan Collins in November.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson emerged as the likely Democratic Senate replacement nominee in Maine after Graham Platners withdrawal, with a delegate vote in Bangor scheduled to confirm the nominee.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson nears the Maine Democratic Senate nomination after Shenna Bellows and Nirav Shah suspend bids ahead of a Saturday convention.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson consolidated hundreds of pledged Democratic convention delegates in Maine ahead of the July 25 vote selecting a Senate nominee to challenge Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Former CDC director Nirav Shah withdrew from the Maine Democratic Senate primary on Sunday after endorsement of Troy Jackson to defeat Sen. Susan Collins in November.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats rallied behind Troy Jackson as frontrunner for the 2026 Senate seat after Dan Kleban and Nirav Shah withdrew, framing Jackson as the best option to defeat Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson gained Democratic Senate nomination momentum in Maine as opponents withdrew before the July 25 convention to select a challenger for Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson gained Democratic convention momentum in Maine after opponents including Nirav Shah and Shenna Bellows withdrew, amid delegate consolidation for a July 25 nomination.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats consolidated behind Troy Jackson after Graham Platner withdrew, selecting Jackson as the replacement nominee ahead of the July 27 deadline while preparing for the Susan Collins general-election contest.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson gained delegate momentum after Graham Platner and other Democrats withdrew, as Maine Democrats prepared for a July 25 convention to pick a nominee against Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson secured most delegate slots in Maine's 16 counties and is expected to become the Democratic Senate nominee to face Sen. Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won about 300 of 319 Maine Democratic delegates in county selections ahead of the July 25 Bangor convention, positioning a challenge to Susan Collins for the 2026 Senate nomination.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Shenna Bellows withdrew from Maine\u2019s Democratic Senate nominee process as Troy Jackson\u2019s delegate slate gained support in York County on Sunday.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won about 300 of 319 Maine Democratic convention delegate slots Saturday and seeks the July 25 nomination to challenge Susan Collins in the 2026 U.S. Senate race.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson-aligned delegates won over 90% of Maine Democratic Senate primary slots Saturday, pushing Jackson toward the nomination ahead of a planned convention vote in Bangor next week.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
John Casey describes Troy Jackson as an understated Maine Democratic Senate challenger with an issue-evolution narrative ahead of a Susan Collins race.
7/28/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Senate Leadership Fund and NRSC messaging in Maine after Troy Jackson's Democratic Senate nomination campaign attacked Jackson via comparisons to former nominee Graham Platner.
7/27/2026 • Campaign Messaging & Media • General
Maine Democrats selected former Maine Senate President Troy Jackson as the 2026 U.S. Senate nominee, followed by national endorsement and immediate Senate Leadership Fund criticism.
7/27/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won Maine's Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in Bangor on Saturday and will face Susan Collins in November after Graham Platner withdrew.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in Bangor on Saturday and will face Sen. Susan Collins in November.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats selected Troy Jackson as U.S. Senate nominee in 2026, following Graham Platner withdrawal, and Jackson will challenge Susan Collins in November amid early fundraising disparities.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic Senate nomination on Saturday, setting a 2026 general election against Sen. Susan Collins after rapid county caucus momentum.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nomination at a state convention on Saturday and will face incumbent Susan Collins in November.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
The Maine Democratic nomination for the 2026 U.S. Senate seat is criticized as delegate-driven, with Troy Jackson described as favored before the Saturday convention.
7/23/2026 • Parties & Political Organizations • General
Maine Democratic Party delegates moved Troy Jackson to presumptive U.S. Senate nominee status Sunday after replacing Graham Platner to challenge Susan Collins.
7/21/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
After Graham Platner withdrew from the Maine Senate race, Troy Jackson emerged as a likely Democratic replacement to face Susan Collins in an advertising-focused matchup.
7/21/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson gained delegate commitments after Sunday opponent withdrawals, moving toward the July 25 Maine Democratic US Senate nominating convention to challenge Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson secured delegate commitments for the Maine Democratic Senate nomination next weekend after Graham Platner ended his campaign, setting up a rapid general election push against Sen. Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson gained majority delegate commitments for Maine's Democratic Senate nomination ahead of a 600-delegate Bangor convention, while Shenna Bellows withdrew.
7/19/2026 • Parties & Political Organizations • General
Troy Jackson secured delegate commitments for the Maine 2026 Democratic U.S. Senate nomination, as Shenna Bellows withdrew and the state convention prepares formal nomination next weekend.
7/19/2026 • Parties & Political Organizations • General
Maine Democratic Senate replacement efforts narrowed on Sunday as Shenna Bellows, Nirav Shah, and Dan Kleban exited, elevating Troy Jackson’s delegate advantage ahead of a convention nominee selection versus Susan Collins.
7/19/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won about 300 of 319 Maine Democratic delegates during county selections, with a July 25 convention scheduled to pick the new nominee for the 2026 Senate race against Susan Collins.
7/18/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats nominated former state Senator Troy Jackson at a 601-delegate convention after allegations against Graham Platner disrupted the party's original Senate campaign.
7/29/2026 • Parties & Political Organizations • General
Maine Democrats selected Troy Jackson as Senate replacement nominee in an expedited 601-delegate convention after allegations removed Graham Platner, positioning Jackson against Susan Collins.
7/29/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Nirav Shah withdrew from the Maine Senate race Sunday, endorsing Troy Jackson and urging Democratic unity to defeat Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
In Maine, Troy Jackson moved toward the Democratic Senate nomination after opponents including Shenna Bellows and Nirav Shah suspended campaigns following delegate backing ahead of a Bangor nominating convention.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson gained a delegate lead for a Maine Democratic nominating convention in Bangor after primary rivals suspended campaigns, setting up a fall contest with Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Nirav Shah withdrew from the Maine Senate contest on Sunday, endorsing Troy Jackson and calling for Democratic unity to defeat Susan Collins.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson launched a bid for the Maine Senate Democratic nomination after Platner suspended the campaign, with the Maine Democratic Party scheduling a replacement nominating convention later.
7/9/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Interesting
On July 27, 2026, MS NOW’s Money, Power, Politics assessed Troy Jackson’s Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nomination and the expected Republican attack narrative versus Graham Platner.
7/28/2026 • Campaign Messaging & Media • General
Troy Jackson entered the Maine Senate general election with targeted criticism of Susan Collins as Republicans launched multiple attack frames against Jackson.
7/27/2026 • Campaign Messaging & Media • General
Maine Democratic delegates selected Troy Jackson as the nominee to face Sen. Susan Collins in November after Graham Platner withdrew in 2026.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won the Democratic nomination for Maine U.S. Senate in 2026 and will face Sen. Susan Collins in November after replacing Graham Platner.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Cal Thomas reports on Troy Jackson's nomination trajectory in Maine and contrasts policy shifts on abortion and LGBTQ positions as Jackson highlights income inequality.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won the 2026 Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in Bangor, setting a November matchup with Sen. Susan Collins.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats met in Bangor to select a nominee for the 2026 Senate race after Graham Platner withdrew, with Troy Jackson positioned to face Sen. Susan Collins.
7/25/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson positions for the Maine Democratic Senate nomination in 2026 while scrutiny focuses on prior pro-life ratings, later Planned Parenthood approval, and new healthcare and federal policy stances.
7/25/2026 • Campaign Messaging & Media • General
Troy Jackson emerges as a Maine Democratic prospective Senate nominee for 2026 amid discussion of abortion and LGBTQ policy reversals and Democratic Socialists of America alignment.
7/23/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Cal Thomas contrasts Troy Jackson with withdrawn candidate Graham Platner for Maine's 2026 Senate race, emphasizing shifts on abortion and LGBTQ+ issues.
7/23/2026 • Campaign Messaging & Media • General
Cal Thomas criticizes Troy Jackson's Maine Senate nomination bid, citing abortion and LGBTQ position shifts and a contrast with Graham Platner's prior withdrawal.
7/23/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Cal Thomas criticized prospective Maine Democratic Senate nominee Troy Jackson in a commentary focused on abortion, LGBTQ policy, and economic stances.
7/23/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Progressive-backed Troy Jackson leads the effort to replace Graham Platner as the Democratic nominee for the Maine Senate seat after a third-place ranked-choice gubernatorial finish.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson told Katy Tur he did not know of controversies around Graham Platner before backing him, then entered the Maine Senate race with Ro Khanna support and debate calls emerging from other Democrats.
7/10/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic nomination in Bangor to challenge Sen. Susan Collins in 2026, with Decision Desk HQ rating the race a toss-up.
7/27/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats chose Troy Jackson in Bangor on convention day to replace Graham Platner as the 2026 Senate nominee, setting up a rematch against Sen. Susan Collins.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson gained momentum in the Democratic nominating race for Maines U.S. Senate seat after other candidates withdrew following Graham Platners withdrawal and is slated for a July 25 convention.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats nominated Troy Jackson for U.S. Senate on the weekend, after selecting 566 delegates, setting up a November matchup with incumbent Sen. Susan Collins.
7/26/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson secured the Democratic Senate nomination in Maine for 2026 after winning over two-thirds of 601 convention delegates, while reported confrontational behavior fueled early concerns.
7/20/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic Convention nomination in a decision following Graham Platner's campaign collapse, positioning a 2026 challenge to Senator Susan Collins.
7/27/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Maine Democrats nominated Troy Jackson on Saturday, placing Jackson three points ahead of Susan Collins in a University of New Hampshire poll earlier in the month.
7/27/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General
Troy Jackson tax lien and fair share tax messaging, plus Nirav Shah address questions from a March 24, 2026 federal filing, drive narrative framing in Maine's 2026 Senate race.
7/15/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General