recounts

With all but one recount now concluded, it's clear that Democrats will retain a very slim majority in the Maine House and a slightly larger majority in the Senate.

Democrats are poised to retain control of both the Maine House and the Senate next session, but the recounts will dictate how narrow the margin will be between the parties.

None of the recounts will affect the balance of power in the Legislature, where Democrats were able to retain their majorities in the House and Senate.

AUGUSTA, Maine - A recount in Maine Senate District 21 confirms that Democrat Nathan Libby beat Republican Patricia Gagne. The seat covers the city of…