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In contrast, Democratic Governor Janet Mills remains significantly more popular and is increasingly seen as a potential challenger in 2026. Mills holds a net favorability rating of +10, with 51 percent of Mainers viewing her favorably and 41 percent unfavorably. Seven percent are neutral on Mills, and 1 percent say they don't know enough about her.
A new federal survey - taken after every major election - shows in 2024, mail-in voting was down but early, in-person voting was up. And, a shortage of poll workers is a looming problem.
The Maine GOP alleges findings of potential voter fraud. Secretary of State Bellows refutes the accusations, urging an accurate understanding of voter data.
An early look at the race for Maine’s 2nd Congressional District found that Jared Golden and Paul LePage are tied, but that LePage is more popular.
It's early and more candidates are expected to enter the race. Rep. Laurel Libby and former Senate Majority Leader Garrett Mason are two possibilities.
Eighteen Senate Republicans backed an amendment overnight Tuesday that would have let President Donald Trump’s 2017 tax cuts expire for
About half of voters say they’d back LePage over the incumbent if the election were held today. Most respondents indicated they plan to vote along party lines.
There are currently seven open Senate seats, above the average for an election cycle, with potentially more departures to come.
The Department of Homeland Security, with help from DOGE, has rolled out a tool that purports to be able to check the citizenship status of almost all Americans.
The Maine Senator, who single-handedly sealed the confirmation of Justice Brett Kavanaugh, faces a tough re-election battle next year.