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Matt Gagnon discussed the controversy surrounding former Lewiston School Committee member highlighting his unresolved residency and ethics issues, and pending criminal charges. He praised Andrew Jones for eloquently confronting Osman at a school board meeting, referencing a Star Trek quote to illustrate how villains can disguise themselves in good deeds. Gagnon also covered President Trump’s order to blockade Venezuelan oil tankers, criticizing Trump’s claims of entitlement to Venezuela’s resources. Dennis, expressed frustration with Maine’s political leadership and suggested splitting the state, while Gagnon humorously offered to take Lewiston.

Local Headlines

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National Headlines

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2 days ago in National

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