Maine Gov. Janet Mills suspends Senate campaign
Maine Governor Janet Mills has suspended her 2026 U.S. Senate campaign, citing a lack of financial resources despite support from top Democratic leaders. She had trailed oyster farmer and political newcomer Graham Platner in polls, who gained strong backing from progressive figures and Maine Democrats. The winner of the Democratic primary will face incumbent Republican Senator Susan Collins in the general election.
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2026 ElectionMaine Gov. Janet Mills suspends Senate campaignPolls had consistently shown Mills trailing oyster farmer Graham Platner in the Democratic primary. Republican Sen. Susan Collins awaits in the general election.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Maine Gov. Janet Mills said she is suspending her campaign for Senate.Sofia Aldinio for NBC NewsShareAdd NBC News to GoogleApril 30, 2026, 8:54 AM EDT / Updated April 30, 2026, 10:00 AM EDTBy Bridget BowmanMaine Gov. Janet Mills announced Thursday that she is suspending her campaign for Senate, citing a lack of financial resources and clearing the way for military veteran and oyster farmer Graham Platner in the Democratic primary ahead of a general election against GOP Sen.
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