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Linda Coan O'Kresik/BDNDemocrats in the Maine House had censured the Auburn Republican earlier this year over posts on Facebook about a transgender high school athlete. -
Esta Pratt-Kielley/Maine PublicMaine has amended its Death with Dignity Act to let doctors reduce the waiting period from 17 to as few as seven days, aiming to ease patient suffering. Supporters call it compassionate; critics warn of risks.
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Two-hour special with political leaders and experts discussing what's in the Trump reconciliation bill, and what the impacts will be on Maine -
Some new citizens said gaining the security of citizenship felt even more special amid rising fears in immigrant communities. -
The president's "One Big Beautiful Bill" contains significant cuts to Medicaid, which state officials and hospital representatives say could further strain rural hospitals already struggling to stay afloat. -
Republican Senator Susan Collins talks with Maine Public about the passed budget reconciliation billThe budget reconciliation bill President will sign Friday passed without the support of any of the members of Maine's congressional delegation, including Republican Senator Susan Collins. -
The new cabinet-level agency will manage Maine's energy policy and guide it toward a goal of 100% clean power by 2040. -
Maine is required by law to have balanced budget and the Trump domestic policy bill is expected to result in billions in lost federal aid for Medicaid and food assistance. It's unclear when state lawmakers might have to patch such a hole because Republicans delayed implementation of some cuts until after the 2026 midterm elections. -
Hundreds of Haitian immigrants in Maine could lose legal protections under Trump administration ruleThe administration's efforts to terminate Temporary Protected Status is on pause following a federal court ruling this week. -
Libby, R-Auburn, alleges in a federal lawsuit that Maine's House Speaker violated her free speech rights by preventing her from voting or speaking on the House floor following a formal reprimand. -
Maine domestic violence services freeze hiring as federal funding faces deep cuts, forcing programs to brace for layoffs and reduced support despite rising demand.
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The U.S. Department of Education is withholding an estimated $25 million in grant funding from Maine public schools "to ensure resources are spent in accordance with the President's priorities."
