Troy Jackson

Maine Democrat Troy Jackson has raised $1 million in under two weeks for his Senate bid following Graham Platner's exit. Jackson, the presumptive Democratic nominee, secured $613,000 since Sunday after 601 delegates selected Platner’s replacement, with over 90% of delegates backing him. A poll shows Jackson leading Sen. Susan Collins 49% to 46%, though Collins holds an $11 million fundraising advantage.

Troy Jackson appears almost certain to win the Maine Democratic Party's Senate nomination at the party's nominating convention in Bangor.

The Democratic Party faces an internal conflict between progressive and establishment factions ahead of the 2026 midterms, with key primaries in Maine, Michigan, and Minnesota highlighting the divide. Progressives push for radical change through candidates like Troy Jackson, while centrists warn that leftward shifts could harm general election prospects. Both sides campaign actively as voters prepare to decide the party's direction.

The Democratic Party faces an internal conflict between progressive candidates advocating for radical change and establishment leaders prioritizing pragmatic approaches ahead of the 2026 midterms. Key primaries in Maine, Michigan, and Minnesota will test the movement's momentum and influence on the party's strategy.

The Democratic Party faces an internal conflict between progressive candidates seeking radical change and establishment leaders advocating pragmatism. Key primaries in Maine, Michigan, and Minnesota will determine Senate nomination strategies ahead of the 2026 midterms. Bernie Sanders and allies are campaigning for progressive candidates while centrist groups warn against shifting left.

The Democratic Party faces an internal conflict between progressives and the establishment ahead of the 2026 midterms, with upcoming primaries in Maine, Michigan, and Minnesota as key battlegrounds. Progressives, led by figures like Bernie Sanders, are pushing for radical change, while centrists warn that this could hurt the party's general election prospects. Republican officials have criticized the growing influence of the progressive movement within the party.

The Democratic Party faces an internal tug-of-war between progressives and the establishment as key primaries in Maine, Michigan, and Minnesota approach. Progressives aim to nominate Troy Jackson in Maine and influence Senate races, while establishment figures warn leftward shifts could hurt general election chances. Bernie Sanders and allies campaign for progressive candidates, drawing Republican criticism.

Troy Jackson is expected to become the Democrats' new nominee for the U.S. Senate after quickly consolidating support from party delegates, leading his rivals to withdraw.

Troy Jackson is set to become Maine's Democratic Senate nominee, replacing Graham Platner. Platner left the race following accusations of sexual assault.

NPR’s Tamara Keith and Jasmine Wright of NOTUS discuss Arizona's primary elections, where Republicans will select a nominee to challenge the incumbent governor, Troy Jackson's apparent securing of the Senate nomination for Democrats after Graham Platner's exit, and the fallout from President Trump's remarks on election security.

Troy Jackson is set to replace Platner in the Maine state Senate. He is the presumptive nominee challenging Susan Collins and has been reported to have yelled and cursed at lawmakers.

Troy Jackson is set to replace Graham Platner as the Democrats' Senate nominee in Maine. The party avoided a contentious primary battle but faces lingering uncertainty.

Troy Jackson is emerging as the likely Democratic Senate nominee in Maine following Graham Platner's exit from the race. Jackson, a former lawmaker and logger, secured 481 of 601 delegates to replace Platner, who left after a sexual assault allegation. Jackson faces challenges in fundraising and appealing to independents against Senate Majority Leader Susan Collins.

Troy Jackson is set to become Maine's Democratic Senate nominee after Graham Platner's exit. The article notes Jackson's background as a former Maine lawmaker and logger.

Troy Jackson is the likely Democratic Senate nominee in Maine after Graham Platner withdrew from the race amid a sexual assault allegation. Jackson secured 481 of 601 delegates at a state convention, leading opponents like Shenna Bellows and Nirav Shah to drop out. He faces challenges in fundraising and campaigning against Sen. Susan Collins while advocating for progressive policies like Medicare for All and eliminating ICE.

Troy Jackson is likely to become Maine Democrats' Senate nominee after Graham Platner withdrew due to a sexual assault allegation. Jackson secured 481 of 601 delegates, overshadowing opponents like Shenna Bellows and Nirav Shah. He faces challenges in fundraising and appealing to independents against Sen. Susan Collins.

Troy Jackson, a logger and former Maine Senate president, is poised to become the Democratic nominee in Maine’s US Senate race after Graham Platner withdrew due to sexual assault allegations. His main challengers have dropped out, making him the presumptive choice.

The Maine Senate race to replace Graham Platner has narrowed as Democrats rally around Troy Jackson ahead of the party's nominating convention.

Maine Democrats are rallying around Troy Jackson to replace Graham Platner in a Senate race after several candidates dropped out. The Trump administration filed a petition with the Alien Terrorist Removal Court to seek the deportation of an individual.

Maine Democrats are rallying around Troy Jackson to replace Graham Platner in a Senate race. The Trump administration filed a petition with the Alien Terrorist Removal Court to deport an unnamed individual.

Troy Jackson won over 90% of delegates for Maine Senate nomination, leading opponents to drop out. A Third Way memo warns against assuming the electorate is shifting left, while Matt Dunlap, the progressive nominee for Rep. Jared Golden’s seat, leads GOP candidate Paul LePage by one point.

Troy Jackson has moved into a strong position to replace Graham Platner as the Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Maine after several opponents dropped out of the race.

Troy Jackson, a former state legislator, gained momentum to replace Graham Platner as the Democratic Senate candidate in Maine after several opponents withdrew. Jackson secured hundreds of delegates, including all preferred delegates in Cumberland County, leading to exits from Shenna Bellows, Nirav Shah, Dan Kleban, and Jordan Wood, who endorsed him.

Troy Jackson secured hundreds of delegates and received endorsements from multiple opponents, positioning him strongly to replace Graham Platner as the Democratic Senate candidate in Maine. Several candidates, including Secretary of State Shenna Bellows and Nirav Shah, withdrew and endorsed Jackson, following Platner's withdrawal due to allegations.

Troy Jackson secured the majority of delegates to become the Democratic Senate nominee in Maine after his top rivals, Shenna Bellows and Nirav Shah, dropped out. The delegates will vote for the final nomination at the upcoming convention, with Jackson set to face Republican Sen. Susan Collins in the midterm elections.

Troy Jackson secured the majority of delegates needed to become the Democratic Senate nominee in Maine after his top rivals withdrew. Over 90% of delegates aligned with Jackson were elected, positioning him to face Republican Sen. Susan Collins in the midterm election. Jackson's rivals, Shenna Bellows and Nirav Shah, dropped out of the race.

Troy Jackson has gained a significant lead in Maine's process to select the Democratic Senate nominee. Shenna Bellows withdrew from the race as Jackson's advantage among delegates increased. Graham Platner dropped out earlier this month under pressure from party leaders.

Troy Jackson is leading in the Maine Senate race as Bellows withdraws from the contest. Jackson participated in a debate in Portland, Maine.

Troy Jackson has effectively secured the Democratic nomination for the Maine Senate race by winning majority delegate support, with two rivals falling behind and one, Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, dropping out. The party will officially nominate a candidate at the statewide convention next weekend, following the withdrawal of Graham Platner after allegations against him.

Maine Democrat Shenna Bellows ended her Senate campaign, clearing the path for Troy Jackson in the Democratic nomination race to replace Graham Platner. Bellows cited the need for Democratic unity to challenge Susan Collins in November, as Jackson emerged as the frontrunner after Platner dropped out following sexual assault allegations.

Shenna Bellows, Maine’s Secretary of State, has dropped out of the Senate race as Troy Jackson builds Democratic support.

Troy Jackson is leading in the delegate selection for the Democratic Senate nomination in Maine to replace Graham Platner, with over 90% of slots secured, positioning him to face Republican Sen. Susan Collins in the midterm elections. Jackson's platform includes Medicare-for-all and tax increases on billionaires.

Troy Jackson is leading in the Democratic primary to replace Graham Platner as the Senate nominee in Maine, with delegates aligned with Jackson securing most slots. He aims to challenge Republican Sen. Susan Collins in a key midterm election race. Jackson's progressive platform includes policies like Medicare-for-all and abolishing ICE.

Troy Jackson is gaining momentum in his effort to replace Platner in Maine. Voters selected delegates to represent their county in choosing the U.S. Senate nominee at the Maine Democratic Party's Nominating Convention.

Troy Jackson, a progressive former state Senate president and logger, secured a strong lead in Maine's delegate-selection process to replace Graham Platner. His campaign dominated the first day of selections with organized support from union allies, capturing a majority of delegates.

Maine Democrats competing to replace Senate nominee Graham Platner adopted his progressive platform, including abolishing ICE and Medicare for all, during a debate. Candidates expressed outrage over a recent fatal shooting in Biddeford and criticized ICE as a 'rogue agency.'

Maine Democrats are scrambling to replace former Senate nominee Graham Platner, who quit the race amid rape accusations he denies. Candidates have less than three weeks to organize and prepare for a state convention selecting a new nominee by July 27, while shifting focus to defeating Republican Sen. Susan Collins in November.

Maine Democrats are scrambling to replace Senate nominee Graham Platner, who quit after rape accusations, and must quickly organize to face Republican Sen. Susan Collins in November. Candidates face a tight timeline to gather delegates and signatures for a July 25 convention vote, while navigating Platner's shadow and a focus on defeating Collins.

Eight Maine Senate contenders aligned with Graham Platner's policy agenda during a campaign event, aiming to secure the Democratic nomination ahead of a July 25 convention. The candidates, part of 13 total Democrats vying for the nomination, emphasized positions like Gaza war stance, healthcare reform, and ICE abolition to mirror Platner's messaging. The winner will face GOP Sen. Susan Collins in a key midterm race influencing the Senate majority.

The Maine Senate candidate debate highlighted challenges in replacing Platner, featuring Shenna Bellows, Troy Jackson, Dr. Nirav Shah, and Jordan Wood. The event underscored competitive Democratic primary dynamics in the state.