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Platner Leads Mills in Maine Senate Primary Poll

4/1/2026

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Graham Platner, a Democratic primary candidate for Maine's U.S. Senate seat, leads Governor Janet Mills (D-Maine) in an Emerson College poll, 55% to 28%.
In hypothetical matchups, Graham Platner defeats Susan Collins (R-Maine) 48% to 41%.
In hypothetical matchups, Mills defeats Susan Collins (R-Maine) 46% to 43%.
Democrats view Collins's seat as crucial for regaining Senate control.
The Maine Democratic primary is set for June 9.

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Story summary

Graham Platner, a Democratic primary candidate for Maine's U.S. Senate seat, leads Governor Janet Mills (D-Maine) in an Emerson College poll, 55% to 28%.
In hypothetical matchups, Graham Platner defeats Susan Collins (R-Maine) 48% to 41%.
In hypothetical matchups, Mills defeats Susan Collins (R-Maine) 46% to 43%.
Democrats view Collins's seat as crucial for regaining Senate control.
The Maine Democratic primary is set for June 9.