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Troy Jackson Wins Maine Senate Nomination
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The Story
Former Maine Senate President Troy Jackson emerged from a party replacement process as the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate after Graham Platner withdrew amid a sexual-assault allegation he denied. Jackson will challenge six-term Republican Sen. Susan Collins in a closely watched 2026 race, with Democrats seeking to consolidate progressive and working-class support. The contest begins with Jackson facing a major fundraising deficit, scrutiny of his past legislative conduct and positions, and an unresolved Republican-backed question about his ballot eligibility.
First Article: 07/26/26
Latest Article: 08/01/26
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08-01-2026
Sacramento Bee
Troy Jackson was selected as Maine Democrats' 2026 U.S. Senate nominee at the July 25 state convention after Graham Platner withdrew.
08-01-2026
Kansas
Maine Democrats selected former state Senate President Troy Jackson on July 25 to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins in the 2026 U.S. Senate election.
08-01-2026
Island Packet
Maine Democrats selected former state Senate President Troy Jackson on July 25 to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins in the 2026 Senate election after Graham Platner withdrew.
08-01-2026
Fresno Bee
Maine Democrats selected former state Senate President Troy Jackson as their 2026 U.S. Senate nominee in July, giving Jackson fewer than 100 days to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins.
08-01-2026
Yahoo
Maine Democrats selected former state Senate president Troy Jackson as their 2026 U.S. Senate nominee on July 25, giving Jackson fewer than 100 days to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins statewide.
08-01-2026
The News & Observer
Maine Democrats selected former Senate President Troy Jackson on July 25 to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins statewide after Graham Platner withdrew from the 2026 Senate race.
08-01-2026
Charlotte Observer
Maine Democrats selected former state Senate president Troy Jackson on July 25 to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins after Graham Platner withdrew from the 2026 Senate race.
08-01-2026
Kentucky
Maine Democrats selected former state Senate President Troy Jackson on July 25 to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins in the November U.S. Senate election.
08-01-2026
Yahoo
Troy Jackson was selected as Maine's Democratic Senate nominee at a July 25 party convention, replacing Graham Platner and beginning a compressed challenge to Susan Collins.
08-01-2026
Star-Telegram
Maine Democrats selected former state Senate President Troy Jackson as the 2026 Senate nominee on July 25 after Graham Platner withdrew, giving Jackson less than 100 days to challenge Republican incumbent Susan Collins.
07-29-2026
USA Today
Troy Jackson replaced Graham Platner as Maine's Democratic Senate nominee on July 25, drawing support from much of Platner's progressive coalition statewide.
07-29-2026USA Today
UNH Survey Center polling reported 51% of Graham Platner voters selected Troy Jackson as first choice for replacing him in Maine's 2026 Senate race.
07-29-2026
Yahoo
Troy Jackson replaced Graham Platner as the Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nominee on July 25 after a denied sexual assault allegation, and a UNH Survey Center poll shows 51% of Platner voters prefer Jackson.
07-28-2026
WLOS / Austin Denean
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic Senate nomination in 2026 to challenge Susan Collins after the Graham Platner withdrawal amid scandal allegations.
07-28-2026
The Nation / Christopher Shay
Troy Jackson received formal Senate nominee status at a special Maine Democratic Party convention in Bangor on Saturday, with organized labor groups driving delegate and volunteer momentum ahead of a contest with Susan Collins.
07-28-2026
Turnto10 / Austin Denean
Troy Jackson won the Democratic nomination to challenge Sen. Susan Collins in Maine, with early polls showing a near tie despite a major Jackson fundraising deficit.
07-28-2026
John Locke Foundation / Mitch Kokai
Maine Democrats nominated Troy Jackson at a Saturday convention to challenge Susan Collins, centering Medicare for All and other progressive positions.
07-28-2026
Bangor Daily News / Benjamin Kail
After a Democratic nomination, Troy Jackson in Maine reports 30,000 new donors and $2 million raised while ActBlue highlights early fundraising activity against Susan Collins.
07-28-2026
BakersfieldNow / Austin Denean
Troy Jackson won the Democratic nomination to challenge Sen. Susan Collins in Maine, with early polling showing a slight Jackson lead and a major fundraising gap looming.
07-28-2026
The Hill / Mira Bhakta
Kamala Harris endorsed Troy Jackson in the Maine Democratic U.S. Senate race after Jackson replaced Graham Platner, and polling cited gives Jackson a narrow lead over Susan Collins.
07-28-2026
Boston.com
Kamala Harris endorsed Troy Jackson for Maine's 2026 U.S. Senate race Monday after the Maine Democratic Party named him a rapid replacement nominee.
07-28-2026
CentralMaine.com
Kamala Harris endorsed Maine Democratic Senate nominee Troy Jackson on Monday, after a special party process selected Jackson to replace Graham Platner and face Susan Collins.
07-27-2026The Hill / Jared Gans
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic nomination in Bangor to challenge Sen. Susan Collins in 2026, with Decision Desk HQ rating the race a toss-up.
07-27-2026
WBUR / Kevin Miller
Troy Jackson won Maine's Democratic Senate nomination in Bangor Saturday, setting up a general election challenge to Sen. Susan Collins.
07-27-2026
Boston Globe / Kelly Garrity
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic Convention nomination in a decision following Graham Platner's campaign collapse, positioning a 2026 challenge to Senator Susan Collins.
07-27-2026
Washington Examiner / Claire Carter
Troy Jackson reported $2 million in two days after Maine Democratic Party nomination to face incumbent Sen. Susan Collins, as University of New Hampshire polling shows a close contest.
07-27-2026
WYSO / Elena Moore
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic Senate nomination after Graham Platner suspended, positioning Jackson to challenge Susan Collins on Medicare for all, unions, and affordability.
07-27-2026
KOSU / Elena Moore
Troy Jackson won the Democratic Maine Senate nomination in Bangor and will challenge Susan Collins after Graham Platner suspended his bid amid rape allegations.
07-27-2026
HotAir / Ed Morrissey
Republican Rep. James White challenged Troy Jackson's eligibility with Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows after Maine Democrats selected Jackson as the 2026 Senate replacement nominee.
07-27-2026
Patriot Post
Maine Democrats selected former Maine Senate President Troy Jackson as the 2026 U.S. Senate nominee, followed by national endorsement and immediate Senate Leadership Fund criticism.
07-27-2026
E&E News / Andrew Howard
Troy Jackson accepted the Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in Bangor Saturday, centering opposition messaging on Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
07-27-2026
Talking Points Memo / John Light
Maine Democrats nominated Troy Jackson on Saturday, placing Jackson three points ahead of Susan Collins in a University of New Hampshire poll earlier in the month.
07-27-2026
AOL / Patrick Whittle
Kamala Harris endorsed Troy Jackson in Maine on Monday after state Democrats selected Jackson as replacement nominee for the 2026 Senate race against Susan Collins.
07-27-2026
Newsday
Kamala Harris endorsed Troy Jackson for the Maine U.S. Senate seat on Monday after the Maine Democratic Party named him as a replacement nominee to face Susan Collins.
07-27-2026
NBC News
Troy Jackson accepted the Maine Democratic nomination in Bangor as Democrats argue Susan Collins cannot outrun Donald Trump-linked voting and policy effects in 2026.
07-26-2026
Objectivist
Maine Democrats nominated Troy Jackson for U.S. Senate on the weekend, after selecting 566 delegates, setting up a November matchup with incumbent Sen. Susan Collins.
07-26-2026Yahoo
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic Senate nomination on Saturday and will face Susan Collins in November after Graham Platner withdrew earlier in the month.
07-26-2026
Lifezette / Chad Gaba
Maine Democratic Party chair Charlie Dingman announced Troy Jackson as the 2026 U.S. Senate nominee in Maine after a 566-delegate vote, setting up a race against Sen. Susan Collins.
07-26-2026
HJ News
Maine Democratic delegates in Bangor selected Troy Jackson as the 2026 U.S. Senate nominee on Saturday, replacing Graham Platner and setting up a November contest with Susan Collins.
07-26-2026Yahoo
Troy Jackson won Maine's Democratic U.S. Senate nomination on Saturday and will face Susan Collins in 2026 after beating Saundra Pelletier 566 to 5.
07-26-2026
Forward / Grace Gilson
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in Bangor on Saturday, defeating challenger Saundra Pelletier 566-5 as Israel-focused debate persisted ahead of Susan Collins.
07-26-2026
The Columbian
Troy Jackson won Maine's Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in Bangor on Saturday and will face Susan Collins in November after Graham Platner withdrew.
07-26-2026
The Post and Courier
Troy Jackson won Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in Bangor on Saturday and will face Sen. Susan Collins in November.
07-26-2026
The Horn News
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nomination Saturday and will face Sen. Susan Collins in November amid major fundraising and Republican outside spending plans.
07-26-2026
The Gazette
Maine Democratic delegates selected Troy Jackson as the nominee to face Sen. Susan Collins in November after Graham Platner withdrew in 2026.
07-26-2026Yahoo
Maine Democrats nominated Troy Jackson in Bangor on the 2026 U.S. Senate ballot replacement for Graham Platner, ahead of a Susan Collins matchup as early polling shows Jackson leading.
07-26-2026
NWA Online / Patrick Whittle
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nomination on Saturday and will face Sen. Susan Collins in November after Republican ad and super PAC spending announcements.
07-26-2026Yahoo
Maine Democrats named Troy Jackson their 2026 Senate nominee in Bangor in an emergency convention, setting up a close early polling matchup versus Susan Collins.
07-26-2026Boston.com
Troy Jackson won the Democratic nomination in Maine on Saturday and will face Susan Collins in November after Republican outside advertising attacked Jackson’s record and ties to Graham Platner.
07-26-2026
West Hawaii Today
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic Senate nomination in Bangor on Saturday, setting a November matchup with Senator Susan Collins after Graham Platner withdrew.
07-26-2026
KULR 8
Maine Democrats selected Troy Jackson as U.S. Senate nominee in 2026, following Graham Platner withdrawal, and Jackson will challenge Susan Collins in November amid early fundraising disparities.
07-26-2026
Arkansas Online / Patrick Whittle
Troy Jackson won the Democratic nomination for Maine U.S. Senate on July 25 and will face Susan Collins in November after Graham Platner's July withdrawal.
07-26-2026
WDTimes
Troy Jackson won the Democratic nomination for Maine U.S. Senate in 2026 and will face Sen. Susan Collins in November after replacing Graham Platner.
07-26-2026
The New York Times
Troy Jackson and Susan Collins contest the 2026 Maine Senate seat as outside spending and campaign narrative tactics intensify after Jackson replaces Graham Platner.
07-26-2026
ZeroHedge / Tyler Durden
James White asked Secretary of State Shenna Bellows to determine whether Troy Jackson can accept a Maine Senate replacement nomination after losing the June primary.
07-26-2026
Crooks and Liars / NewsHound Ellen
Troy Jackson, after securing the Democratic nomination to challenge Susan Collins in 2026, delivered a Maine-focused speech on working-people economics and Medicare for all.
07-25-2026
Newsmax / Kimberlee Kruesi
Troy Jackson won Maine’s Democratic Senate nomination in Bangor and will face Susan Collins on November 3 after Graham Platner withdrew.
07-25-2026
Bloomberg / Greg Ryan
Maine Democrats selected Troy Jackson as the 2026 U.S. Senate nominee on July 25 in Bangor after Graham Platner withdrew following an allegation he denied.
07-25-2026
CNN / Patrick Svitek
On July 25 in Bangor, Maine Democrats nominated Troy Jackson for the 2026 U.S. Senate race against Sen. Susan Collins, with early outside attacks tied to Graham Platner and spending head start by Collins.
07-25-2026Newsmax / Kimberlee Kruesi
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic Senate nomination in Bangor and will face Susan Collins in November after a late Platner withdrawal.
07-25-2026
Los Angeles Times / Patrick Whittle
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic replacement nomination in Bangor on Saturday and will challenge Sen. Susan Collins in the Nov. 3 general election.
07-25-2026
Fox News / Paul Steinhauser
Maine Democrats nominated Troy Jackson for the 2026 Senate race in Bangor after Graham Platner withdrew, setting up a likely general election contest with Susan Collins.
07-25-2026
HuffPost
Troy Jackson won the Democratic U.S. Senate nomination replacement convention in Bangor on Saturday and will face Susan Collins in November.
07-25-2026
Forbes
Maine Democrats nominated former Senate president Troy Jackson for the 2026 Senate seat, replacing Graham Platner after conduct and assault allegations.
07-25-2026
CBS News / Kaia Hubbard
Maine Democrats selected Troy Jackson as the 2026 nominee to face Sen. Susan Collins after Graham Platner withdrew, following a convention vote by 16-county delegates.
07-25-2026
POLITICO / Irie Sentner
Maine Democrats nominated Troy Jackson in Bangor in 2026 primary voting, replacing a collapsed Graham Platner effort, to challenge Sen. Susan Collins.
07-25-2026
OAN / Addie Davis
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nomination at a state convention on Saturday and will face incumbent Susan Collins in November.
07-25-2026CNN / Jeff Zeleny
Maine Democratic convention delegates in Bangor on Saturday will vote to nominate Troy Jackson to challenge Sen. Susan Collins after delegate consolidation after Graham Platner's exit.
07-25-2026CNN / Jeff Zeleny
Maine Democrats are scheduled to nominate Troy Jackson on Saturday at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor after the delegate contest narrowed to Jackson and Saundra Pelletier.
07-25-2026
WAAY-TV / Jeff Zeleny
Maine Democrats expected to nominate Troy Jackson at a Bangor convention Saturday, narrowing the Democratic contest to Jackson versus Saundra Pelletier.
07-25-2026
KEYT
Maine Democrats will vote in Bangor on Saturday to nominate Troy Jackson as Senate candidate to challenge Susan Collins after the Platner replacement contest narrowed.
07-25-2026Keyt / Patrick Svitek
Maine Democrats planned a Saturday Bangor convention to nominate Troy Jackson for the 2026 U.S. Senate race after Graham Platner withdrew amid scandal.
07-25-2026CBS News / Kaia Hubbard
Maine Democrats hold a Saturday nominating convention after Graham Platner withdrew, with Troy Jackson poised to win the delegate-backed nomination to oppose Sen. Susan Collins.
07-25-2026AOL / Nolan D. McCaskill
Troy Jackson is set to accept the Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in Maine on Saturday, preparing a 101-day bid to unseat Senator Susan Collins.
07-25-2026Newsmax
Troy Jackson will formally accept the Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in Maine on Saturday after Graham Platners withdrawal and delegate-selection results in Bangor.
07-25-2026Newsmax
Troy Jackson is set to accept the Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in Maine on Saturday, launching a general-election campaign against Susan Collins after Graham Platners July withdrawal.
07-25-2026
MyNorthwest
Troy Jackson is set to become Maine Democrats' replacement U.S. Senate nominee in Bangor after Graham Platner withdrew on July 10.
07-25-2026Yahoo / Patrick Whittle and Kimberlee Kruesi
Maine Democratic delegates in Bangor select a Senate replacement after Graham Platner withdraws, with Troy Jackson consolidating support to face Susan Collins.
07-25-2026USA Today
Troy Jackson won the July 25 Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nomination replacing Graham Platner and will face Sen. Susan Collins after UNH Survey Center polling shows a tight race.
07-25-2026The Hill / Caroline Vakil
Troy Jackson won Maine Democratic nomination on Saturday in Bangor and will challenge Sen. Susan Collins in November after Graham Platner's withdrawal.
07-25-2026
NewsNation / Patrick Whittle and Kimberlee Kruesi
Troy Jackson won Maine's Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in Bangor on Saturday and will face Susan Collins in the Nov. 3 general election.
07-25-2026Politico / Andrew Howard
Troy Jackson won the Maine Democratic Senate nomination on Saturday, setting a 2026 general election against Sen. Susan Collins after rapid county caucus momentum.
07-25-2026
WOWKTV
Troy Jackson became the leading candidate among Maine Democratic delegates in Bangor after Graham Platner withdrew, setting up a fast nomination ahead of a Nov. 3 Senate contest with Susan Collins.
07-25-2026
Seacoastonline
Troy Jackson won Maine Democratic Senate nomination on July 25 and will face incumbent Susan Collins after Jackson led in a University of New Hampshire Survey Center poll, 49% to 46%.
07-25-2026
KCCI
Maine Democrats will choose Saturday in Bangor a replacement nominee for the 2026 Senate race against Susan Collins after Graham Platner withdrew over a sexual assault allegation.
07-25-2026
MyNBC5
Maine Democrats gather in Bangor Saturday to select a replacement Senate nominee, with Troy Jackson leading delegates for a bid against Susan Collins.
07-25-2026Bangor Daily News / Benjamin Kail
Maine Democrats nominated Troy Jackson in Bangor on Saturday to replace Graham Platner and challenge Susan Collins in the 2026 U.S. Senate election.
07-25-2026CBS News / Kaia Hubbard
Maine Democrats hold a Saturday nominating convention for the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Graham Platner, with Troy Jackson favored after delegate meetings and withdrawals by Shenna Bellows and Nirav Shah.
07-25-2026
Political Wire / Taegan Goddard
Maine Democrats selected Troy Jackson as Senate nominee Saturday after Graham Platner’s collapse, refocusing the Collins unseating effort with 101 days until November.
07-25-2026NBC News / Bridget Bowman
Troy Jackson is positioned to win the Maine Democratic Senate nomination in Bangor and launch a 101-day campaign against Republican Sen. Susan Collins after Jackson advances while Platner and other contenders exit.
07-25-2026
New York Post / Caitlin Doornbos
Troy Jackson was selected by Maine Democrats Saturday to challenge Sen. Susan Collins in 2026 after Graham Platner withdrew amid allegations.
07-25-2026HotAir / Ed Morrissey
Troy Jackson won the Democratic nomination in Maine for the 2026 Senate race on Saturday and will face Susan Collins, amid sore-loser statute ballot-access questions before July 27.
07-25-2026
WDSU
Maine Democrats meet in Bangor on Saturday to choose a Senate nominee, with Troy Jackson emerging as the replacement after Graham Platner withdrew and Susan Collins leads fundraising.
07-25-2026Newsday
Maine Democrats chose a new nominee on Saturday in Bangor after Graham Platner withdrew, elevating Troy Jackson to face Republican Sen. Susan Collins for a 2026 Senate seat.
07-25-2026The Hill
Maine Democrats plan to name a replacement for Graham Platner in the 2026 bid to unseat Senator Susan Collins, with Troy Jackson the likely nominee.
07-25-2026
NPR / Elena Moore
Maine Democrats in Bangor formally nominate a replacement U.S. Senate candidate, with Troy Jackson leading as Democrats target Susan Collins after Graham Platner ends his bid.
07-25-2026Yahoo
Maine Democrats will vote in Bangor on Saturday to pick a replacement Senate nominee, with Troy Jackson leading after Graham Platner withdrew amid an assault allegation.
07-25-2026
U.S. News & World Report
Maine Democrats in Bangor will vote on a replacement U.S. Senate nominee after Graham Platner withdrew on July 10, with Troy Jackson positioned to challenge Susan Collins before Nov. 3.
07-25-2026
Newscord
On July 25 in Bangor, Maine Democrats nominated Troy Jackson for the 2026 Senate race against Susan Collins after Graham Platner withdrew amid allegations.
07-25-2026
The Daily Beast / Wiktoria Gucia
Maine Democrats named Troy Jackson as the replacement nominee against Sen. Susan Collins after Graham Platner suspended his campaign over a rape allegation.
07-25-2026
WRAL / Patrick Whittle
Maine Democrats in Bangor will vote to replace withdrawn nominee Graham Platner, with Troy Jackson positioned to challenge Sen. Susan Collins before the Nov. 3 election.
07-25-2026
WMUR
Maine Democratic delegates meet Saturday in Bangor to select a Senate nominee after Graham Platner withdrew, with Troy Jackson seeking the spot against Susan Collins.
07-25-2026
The Wall Street Journal / Ken Thomas
Troy Jackson in Bangor, Maine, moved to replace Graham Platner as the Democratic U.S. Senate nominee after Platner withdrew amid sexual assault allegations earlier in the month.
07-25-2026
Townhall / Matt Vespa
Republican State Rep. James White asked Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows to investigate Troy Jackson's eligibility to replace Graham Platner for the 2026 Senate ballot.
07-25-2026
News Gazette
Maine Democratic delegates in Bangor select a new Senate nominee after Graham Platner withdrew, with Troy Jackson emerging to challenge incumbent Susan Collins.
07-25-2026
Nvdaily
Maine Democrats met in Bangor to select a nominee for the 2026 Senate race after Graham Platner withdrew, with Troy Jackson positioned to face Sen. Susan Collins.
07-25-2026
KTBS
Maine Democrats picked a 2026 Senate nominee in Bangor Saturday after Graham Platner withdrew following a sexual assault allegation, setting Troy Jackson up to challenge Susan Collins.
07-25-2026
WLKY
Maine Democratic delegates in Bangor vote Saturday on a replacement Senate nominee as Troy Jackson leads after Graham Platner withdraws over a sexual assault allegation.
07-25-2026
AP News / Patrick Whittle
Maine Democrats select a 2026 U.S. Senate replacement nominee in Bangor on Saturday after Graham Platner withdrew, with Troy Jackson leading the delegate vote.
07-25-2026
Houston Chronicle
Maine Democrats will convene delegates in Bangor to select a replacement Senate nominee after Graham Platner withdrew, with Troy Jackson emerging as the leading choice.
07-25-2026
The Seattle Times / Kimberlee Kruesi
Maine Democrats in Bangor on Saturday will choose a Senate nominee to face Susan Collins after Graham Platner withdrew, with Troy Jackson emerging as the leading replacement candidate.
07-25-2026New York Post / Victor Nava
Maine Democrats in Bangor selected Troy Jackson as nominee for the race against Sen. Susan Collins after Graham Platner withdrew over allegations and denials.
07-25-2026
WLWT
Maine Democrats in Bangor selected a replacement path after Graham Platner withdrew, leaving Troy Jackson favored to face Susan Collins with less than four months to campaign.
07-25-2026
Idaho State Journal
Maine Democrats will pick a new Senate nominee in Bangor after Graham Platner withdrew, with Troy Jackson emerging as the replacement to face Susan Collins on Nov. 3.
07-25-2026
Gjsentinel
Maine Democrats in Bangor will choose a U.S. Senate replacement nominee for the Nov. 3 contest after Graham Platner withdrew, with Troy Jackson leading support.
07-25-2026
Twitchy / Grateful Calvin
Maine Democrats weigh a potential 2026 Senate replacement as Rep. James White questions Troy Jackson's eligibility after the June gubernatorial primary.
07-24-2026Yahoo
Maine Democratic Party will hold July 25 in Bangor to select a U.S. Senate replacement nominee after Graham Platner withdrawal, with a secretary-of-state deadline on July 27.
07-24-2026
Slate / Ben Jacobs
Maine Democrats will hold a Bangor convention to ratify Troy Jackson after county delegate conventions selected a replacement nominee for the 2026 Senate race against Susan Collins.
07-24-2026Talking Points Memo / Kate Riga
Troy Jackson became Maine's official Democratic Senate nominee after a convention concluded the replacement process for Graham Platner, with a University of New Hampshire poll showing a lead over Susan Collins.
07-24-2026
Courant / PATRICK WHITTLE
Maine Democrats planned a Saturday Bangor convention to nominate Troy Jackson, accelerating the party's effort to challenge Susan Collins after Graham Platner's withdrawal.
07-24-2026Yahoo News
Maine Democrats are expected to nominate Troy Jackson at a Bangor special convention this weekend for a rapid campaign against Sen. Susan Collins in 2026.
07-24-2026
Boston Herald / Patrick Whittle and Kimberlee Kruesi
Maine Democrats set a Bangor special convention to nominate Troy Jackson after Graham Platner withdrew, leading to a fast race against Sen. Susan Collins.
07-24-2026
Ocregister / PATRICK WHITTLE
Maine Democrats plan a last-minute Bangor convention to nominate Troy Jackson as the 2026 opponent for U.S. Senator Susan Collins after Graham Platner withdrawal.
07-24-2026Newsday
Maine Democrats will hold a special convention in Bangor in the 2026 Senate race to select Troy Jackson after Graham Platner withdrew, setting up a rematch with Sen. Susan Collins.
07-24-2026Yahoo
Maine Democrats prepare an emergency convention on Saturday to name Troy Jackson as the nominee facing Susan Collins after Graham Platners exit.
07-24-2026Yahoo
Maine Democrats plan to nominate Troy Jackson at a special convention in Bangor on Saturday, setting up his challenge to Sen. Susan Collins in 2026.
07-24-2026
Dailynews / PATRICK WHITTLE
Maine Democrats plan to nominate Troy Jackson at a special convention in Bangor this Saturday, replacing Graham Platner and preparing a short campaign against Susan Collins.
07-24-2026Yahoo
Maine Democrats plan an emergency convention to nominate progressive former Senate president Troy Jackson for the 2026 challenge of Susan Collins after Graham Platner suspended his campaign, with early polling showing Jackson up 49% to 46%.
07-24-2026Yahoo / Patrick Whittle and Kimberlee Kruesi
Maine Democrats plan to nominate Troy Jackson at a special convention in Bangor after Graham Platner withdrew, launching Jackson's under-four-month general election push against Sen. Susan Collins.
07-23-2026WBUR / Kevin Miller
Troy Jackson and Saundra Pelletier remain as Maine Democrats prepare Bangor convention voting after weekend delegate-selection meetings narrowed the nominee field.
07-23-2026
Press Herald / Douglas Rooks
Troy Jackson became Maine Democrats' U.S. Senate nominee after Graham Platner's exit, as Trump-era policy effects were argued to raise stakes for Susan Collins reelection.
07-23-2026The Hill / Caroline Vakil
Maine Democrats backed Troy Jackson for the 2026 Senate nomination, setting up a competitive general election against five-term Sen. Susan Collins.
07-23-2026Yahoo News
Troy Jackson consolidated as a Democratic replacement for Graham Platner and laid out Senate oversight priorities during a debate, as Susan Collins remains the Maine incumbent.
07-22-2026CNN / Patrick Svitek
Troy Jackson overtook Graham Platner in the Maine Democratic delegate fight over the weekend as CNN-reported temperament concerns and past controversies shape the nomination battle.
07-22-2026Newsmax / Jim Thomas
Troy Jackson reported rapid fundraising momentum after Democratic delegates in Maine pledged support, while a Pine Tree State poll showed a close race versus Susan Collins.
07-22-2026Newsmax / Jim Thomas
Troy Jacksons campaign reported rapid fundraising momentum in the 2026 Maine Senate race after delegate selection in Bangor as Susan Collins reported much larger cash and outside spending led.
07-22-2026CNN / Patrick Svitek
Troy Jackson surged among Maine Democratic Senate delegates as abortion-focused attacks and links to Graham Platner shaped the 2026 nomination contest.
07-21-2026Yahoo
CNN reported alleged temper issues involving Troy Jackson in the Maine Senate race ahead of the Democratic nomination convention.
07-21-2026Yahoo
CNN and The Washington Post report temperament incidents involving Troy Jackson as Jackson seeks the Democratic nomination for Maine's 2026 Senate race ahead of the party convention.
07-21-2026
Inquirer / Liz Goodwin
Troy Jackson is expected to win the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate seat in Maine after delegate votes, despite reported confrontations during legislative fights over gun control and drug policy.