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Senator Collins Seeks Sixth Term Amid $42M Backing

1/23/2026

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Senator Susan Collins, R-Maine, seeks a sixth term after a Thune-linked super PAC commits $42 million, the largest in Maine.
Collins faces low approval ratings and criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump.
In the Democratic primary, two-term Governor Janet Mills faces Graham Platner, endorsed by Sen. Bernie Sanders.
Independent Tim Rich, a former restaurant owner, runs and critiques both major parties.

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Senator Susan Collins, R-Maine, seeks a sixth term after a Thune-linked super PAC commits $42 million, the largest in Maine.
Collins faces low approval ratings and criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump.
In the Democratic primary, two-term Governor Janet Mills faces Graham Platner, endorsed by Sen. Bernie Sanders.
Independent Tim Rich, a former restaurant owner, runs and critiques both major parties.