Maine Sen. Collins’ success bringing home federal funds is a perfect example of the thin line between political favoritism and effective representation

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Susan Collins faces competitive reelection race in Maine as state shifts politically

Republican Senator Susan Collins is facing a challenging 2026 reelection campaign in Maine, with Democrats attacking her support for Trump nominees and legislation. Former Senator Joe Manchin is campaigning with Collins, while voters in blue-collar bellwether Lewiston are divided on whether to support the longtime senator.

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Susan Collins faces competitive reelection race in Maine as state shifts politically

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Maine Sen. Collins’ success bringing home federal funds is a perfect example of the thin line between political favoritism and effective representation

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Susan Collins faces competitive reelection race in Maine as state shifts politically

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Maine Has Changed. Susan Collins Hasn’t.

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A blue-collar bellwether weighs ousting longtime GOP Sen. Susan Collins in Maine

Maine Sen. Collins’ success bringing home federal funds is a perfect example of the thin line between political favoritism and effective representation

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Susan Collins faces competitive reelection race in Maine as state shifts politically

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Exclusive: Manchin to campaign with Collins in Maine

Maine Has Changed. Susan Collins Hasn’t.

All the races that will decide control of the US Senate

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A blue-collar bellwether weighs ousting longtime GOP Sen. Susan Collins in Maine