Maine Public

Nearly half of Maine's voters participated in off-year election

That's significantly lower than during presidential years but was higher than the past two, referendum-only elections in the state.

New polls paint conflicting pictures of Maine’s US Senate race

One survey shows political newcomer Graham Platner leading both Gov. Janet Mills and Sen. Susan Collins, while another projects that Collins would easily beat Platner in the 2026 general election.

Maine Rep Laurel Libby won’t seek re-election, partners with Sentinel Action Fund in $4M boost for Sen Collins

Maine Republican state Rep. Laurel Libby partners with a conservative super PAC to invest $4 million in Sen. Susan Collins' 2026 re-election campaign.

Maine GOP Rep. Libby won't seek reelection; forms pro-Collins PAC

Maine's firebrand GOP state Rep. Laurel Libby says she won’t seek re-election and plans to create a conservative PAC to help re-elect Republican Sen. Susan Collins

Maine saw highest voter turnout in years for an off-year election

A total of 47% of registered voters cast ballots in the November election, the highest percentage for an off-year election in 15 years.
Maine Public

Rep. Laurel Libby to launch pro-Collins super PAC rather than seek re-election

The Auburn Republican has been a prolific fundraiser in conservative circles for several years. But she gained more attention this year by helping to spark the fight between the Mills administration and the Trump White House over transgender athletes.