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Sen. Collins Loses Support, Democrats Eye 2026 Gains

8/8/2026

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  • Republican Senator Susan Collins is losing support ahead of the 2026 midterms.
  • U.S. President Donald Trump said voters are angry at Republicans, not him, a claim half true in Maine.
  • Democrat Kim Bridgham told the Washington Post she will not vote for Collins after his RFK Jr. support.
  • The Senate holds 53 Republicans and 47 Democrats, with Democrats needing four gains from 35 seats in 2026 to retake control, per 270toWin.