Maine Senator Susan Collins Announces 2026 Reelection Bid
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PORTLAND, Maine. Republican Sen. Susan Collins announced her bid for reelection on Tuesday, releasing a brief video in which she unboxed a New Balance sneaker and declared she is running. Collins, 73, seeks a sixth Senate term and chairs the Appropriations Committee. Democrats, including Gov. Janet Mills and Graham Platner, are considering challenges as national attention already mounts and immigration enforcement operations have raised political concerns. President Trump has criticized Collins, while Sen. Tim Scott publicly expressed support following a controversial Truth Social post from Trump. The campaign could affect Senate control. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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- 1. 1996: Susan Collins first elected to the U.S. Senate.
- 2. Over ensuing terms: Collins secures five Senate terms and acquires seniority, including Appropriations chair.
- 3. Recent weeks: A Maine immigration enforcement sweep generated public criticism and political attention.
- 4. Last month: President Trump publicly criticized Collins’ record, per reporting.
- 5. This week: Collins announced her 2026 reelection bid; Sen. Tim Scott publicly endorsed her after a controversial Trump post.
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