Matt Gagnon discusses the significant political landscape of Maine in 2026, highlighting the open gubernatorial seat, where both parties and independents like Rick Bennett are vying for the position. The US Senate race, with Susan Collins seen as vulnerable by Democrats, is expected to be a costly and competitive primary and general election. Matt suggests that Janet Mills’ legacy is at stake, as her party’s support could indicate her success was circumstantial rather than inherent. The conversation also touches on other races, including the state legislature and CD2, and plans to discuss further with Phil Harriman.
Laurel Libby discussed the Maine gubernatorial race, highlighting Hannah Pingree’s press conference on rural healthcare. Pingree, a long-time establishment figure,…
Abdul El-Sayed's victory in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary is the latest and perhaps most significant evidence that the party's voters are looking to turn the page on establishment-backed politicians — even in must-win battlegrounds.
Embattled North Carolina Republican congressman Chuck Edwards withdrew from his reelection campaign on Wednesday, two days after the House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured for unprofessional and inappropriate conduct toward two young female aides in his office.
Moderate candidate U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens and progressive favorite Abdul El-Sayed were in a tight race for Michigan's Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in the early morning hours of Wednesday.
