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Troy Jackson Leads Susan Collins in Maine Senate Poll

8/13/2026

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Fox News poll Aug 6-10, 2026 shows Democratic candidate Troy Jackson ahead of incumbent Republican Senator Susan Collins in Maine’s Senate race.
Jackson leads 48% to 46%, a 2-point edge within the ±3-point sampling error.
55% of voters worry Collins votes too often with U.S. President Donald Trump, while 43% fear Jackson aligns with democratic socialists.
Republican pollster Daron Shaw cautioned the race remains close and warned against counting Collins out.

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Fox News poll Aug 6-10, 2026 shows Democratic candidate Troy Jackson ahead of incumbent Republican Senator Susan Collins in Maine’s Senate race.
Jackson leads 48% to 46%, a 2-point edge within the ±3-point sampling error.
55% of voters worry Collins votes too often with U.S. President Donald Trump, while 43% fear Jackson aligns with democratic socialists.
Republican pollster Daron Shaw cautioned the race remains close and warned against counting Collins out.