Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Maine Governor Mills Leads Senate Primary, Voter Dynamics Shift

12/11/2025

49 4

Summary

Story summary

Maine Governor Janet Mills (D) leads Graham Platner (D) by 10 points in the Senate primary, 47% to 37%, with 15% undecided, per Pan Atlantic Research (Nov. 29–Dec. 7, 2025).
In a general election, Mills and Platner poll at 43% against Susan Collins.
Mills earns stronger support from older voters while Platner appeals to younger voters.
Forty-five percent support changing Maine's transgender athlete policies to comply with federal demands.

1 of 1

Story summary

Maine Governor Janet Mills (D) leads Graham Platner (D) by 10 points in the Senate primary, 47% to 37%, with 15% undecided, per Pan Atlantic Research (Nov. 29–Dec. 7, 2025).
In a general election, Mills and Platner poll at 43% against Susan Collins.
Mills earns stronger support from older voters while Platner appeals to younger voters.
Forty-five percent support changing Maine's transgender athlete policies to comply with federal demands.