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Maine Democrats Appoint Troy Jackson to Replace Scandal-Hit Senate Candidate

Maine Democrats select Troy Jackson to challenge Republican incumbent Susan Collins in the US Senate race, following the withdrawal of the original nominee amid sexual misconduct allegations.

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July 25, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Augusta, Maine — The Democratic Party of Maine has appointed Troy Jackson as its new candidate for the upcoming US Senate race. This decision follows the withdrawal of the original nominee, who stepped down amid allegations of sexual misconduct. Jackson, a former state senate president, will now face Republican incumbent Susan Collins.

In a social media post, Jackson expressed his gratitude to Maine voters — and outlined his campaign goals. “Thank you, Maine. In 101 days, we will defeat Susan Collins — and reclaim our Senate seat. Let’s get to work,” he stated.

The change in candidacy was confirmed during a hastily organized nominating convention. The Democratic Party aims to leverage this shift to regain momentum in a race that has been significantly impacted by recent scandals.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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