Analysis of the candidates and campaigns for Maine governor and U.S. House & Senate, and top issues leading into the 2026 election

The nationwide series of protests included at least 40 demonstrations in Maine. Participants talked about what they see as Trump's unlawful expansions of executive powers and cuts to essential services.

Proponents of Question 2 argue that the existing law — often referred to as Maine’s yellow flag law — is a failed experiment that was not used to stop a gunman in Lewiston from killing 18 people and injuring and traumatizing countless others in 2023 despite warnings about his deteriorating mental health.

Gov. Janet Mills ended months of speculation this week by officially entering the Democratic primary to challenge Republican U.S. Sen. Susan Collins next fall.

Mills was reportedly recruited by Democratic Senate leaders after her high-profile confrontation with President Donald Trump in February, in which she told the president she'd "see you in court."

If electronic payments aren't workable, beneficiaries can request a waiver with the Social Security Administration to continue receiving a paper check.

Over 70 people rallied in Scarborough on Wednesday evening to speak out against Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions both in Maine and around the country.

Collins, a Republican, echoed her party's criticism of Democrats, who are holding out for an extension of Affordable Care Act health insurance premium tax credits.

Dunlap's campaign launch is trying to tap Democrats' frustration with Golden's approach to President Donald Trump.

Blaine rose to top national political roles in the 19th century, including Speaker of the House and Secretary of State. We learn about why he was so influential, and his ties to Maine.