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Wednesday Calls & Topics

Chris expressed deep embarrassment over Maine’s politics, citing extreme political positions and the potential for leaving the state. Matt shared similar sentiments, noting the shift from reasonable bad ideas to extreme policies under the LePage and Mills administrations. The discussion highlighted the impact of national politics on local elections, with a hypothetical Kamala Harris presidency potentially swinging Maine’s gubernatorial race. Callers debated Janet Mills’ policies, data centers, and illegal marijuana grow houses, emphasizing the need for energy solutions and the potential for market-driven innovations. The conversation concluded with a critique of juvenile political behavior.

Local Headlines

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Fire at Portland Recycling Center Lights Up Sky

There's still no word on any injuries or the cause of the fire.

20 hours ago in Local

Sen. Collins Questions Pentagon Failure to Anticipate Strait of Hormuz Closure

Collins posed the question to Joint Chiefs of Staff General John Caine

21 hours ago in Local

Former Maine Prison Administrator to Serve Five Years for Theft

Gerald Merrill pleaded guilty in March to theft and bribery charges and was sentenced Tuesday,

National Headlines

23 hours ago in National

Denver airport security missed trespasser who was killed by plane on runway

Workers at Denver airport initially missed a security breach by man who scaled an 8-foot perimeter fence and crossed a runway where he was hit and killed in a fiery collision by a plane with 231 people on board, authorities said Tuesday.

1 day ago in National

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1 day ago in National

Hegseth is facing a new round of questioning from Congress on the Iran war and more

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced tough questions from Republican and Democratic lawmakers in Congress on Tuesday about the Trump administration's end game for the Iran war, the conflict's costs and its impact on diminishing weapons stockpiles.

6 days ago in National

US will start revoking passports for thousands of parents who owe child support, AP learns

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