Susan Collins’ Tremor Draws Campaign Scrutiny | 2026 Maine Senate Race

Last Update: 10/02/2026 at 11:34 PM EST

Coverage from The Daily Beast, The Mirror US, and others

Susan Collins’s long-standing essential tremor has drawn renewed attention after campaign and Senate videos showed visible shaking, bringing candidate health into her competitive 2026 reelection contest with Troy Jackson.

Collins says medication manages the condition and it does not interfere with her duties; a physician cited in reports says essential tremor is not evidence of cognitive decline.

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The Daily Beast / William Vaillancourt

Susan Collins Health Scrutiny Adds Pressure In Maine Senate Race

Susan Collins faces renewed health and campaign scrutiny in Maine during her 2026 reelection bid, as polls show Troy Jackson leading by two to eight points.

9/3/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General

The Mirror US / Jack Hobbs

Susan Collins Discloses Tremor As She Seeks Sixth Senate Term

Susan Collins disclosed a treated benign essential tremor in Maine while seeking reelection against Democrat Troy Jackson in the 2026 Senate race.

9/3/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General

OK Magazine / Lesley Abravanel

Susan Collins’ Tremor Draws Attention During Reelection Race

In May 2026, Susan Collins's disclosed essential tremor drew online attention after a Politico interview in Maine as Collins pursued reelection against Troy Jackson.

9/3/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General

AOL / Amira Turner

Susan Collins Faces Renewed Health Scrutiny During Reelection Bid

Susan Collins faced renewed health scrutiny Wednesday in Washington after a Senate hearing video showed apparent tremors and difficulty handling paper during her reelection campaign.

9/16/2026 • Candidates & Campaigns • General