Susan Collins.
United States Senator from Maine since 1997
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 231
What's happening
Active this week
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Bernie Sanders endorsed Troy Jackson in the gubernatorial race, while Jackson campaigned against Susan Collins for the Senate.Well supported19 reports2 developments inside
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Susan Collins reports campaign finances to the Federal Election Commission (FEC).Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Allegations have begun affecting Susan Collins' re-election campaign.Some support3 reports
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Troy Jackson opposes Donald Trump's actions while Susan Collins consistently supports his policies.Well supported8 reports
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Susan Collins is involved in a Maine Senate race, facing accusations that she voted in alignment with Donald Trump 96 percent of the time.Well supported3 reports
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Candidates Susan Collins and Troy Jackson squared off in a fiery debate regarding the Maine Senate race.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Troy Jackson and Susan Collins clashed during a debate regarding AI and data center policy.Some support2 reports
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The Fraternal Order of Police endorsed Susan Collins for her reelection bid.Some support1 report
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Susan Collins secured federal investment for a town hall in Hollis, serving as an independent voice for Mainers.Some support1 report
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Susan Collins advanced a bill aimed at increasing funding for the VA.Some support1 report
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Susan Collins publicly expressed her disapproval of policies put forth by Donald Trump.Some support1 report
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Susan Collins pushed back against an immediate rate hike by the FED.Well supported5 reports
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Troy Jackson was nominated to face Susan Collins in the Senate race.Well supported21 reports2 developments inside
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Jackson blames Collins for rising fuel costs, linking them to the oil shipping corridor disruption caused by the war with Iran.Well supported6 reports
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Susan Collins and Angus King joined bipartisan legislation on August 11, 2026.Some support2 reports
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A tight race is underway for the governorship involving Susan Collins and Troy Jackson.Well supported9 reports1 development inside
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Susan Collins supported a measure regulating data centers while Troy Jackson criticized her failure to stop tariffs.Some support1 report
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Donald Trump refuses reimbursement for DHS-funded ads, and Susan Collins declines to campaign with him.Some support2 reports
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Susan Collins' campaign threatens to save the Bath Iron Works shipyard.Well supported10 reports2 developments inside
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Rick Bennett, Hannah Pingree, Troy Jackson, and Susan Collins are involved in concurrent political races for the Governor of Maine and the U.S. Senate seat.Well supported12 reports6 developments inside
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A joint survey conducted by Siena Research Institute and the New York Times details the Maine Senate race, including voter sentiment regarding Donald Trump and the candidates.Well supported7 reports3 developments inside
Earlier this month
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Jackson is expected to secure the Senate nomination in Bangor after Graham Platner's withdrawal, challenging Susan Collins.Well supported28 reports3 developments inside
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Susan Collins stood against Donald Trump's nominees, highlighting the importance of Senate control for confirmations.Some support1 report
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Trump allegedly helped cover up the corruption involving Susan Collins.Well supported6 reports
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Susan Collins, running for Senate in Maine, supported supplemental war funding while voting against a DOJ weaponization fund.Well supported4 reports
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Susan Collins grew up in Aroostook County and represents the region, while Troy Jackson built his career in the Allagash area.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Allegations have surfaced regarding financial ties and lobbying influence involving Susan Collins and Troy Jackson.Well supported6 reports
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Susan Collins, Angus King, and Troy Jackson supported a bill aimed at delaying whale restrictions.Some support1 report
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Susan Collins, Republicans, and Greg Abbott are publicly distancing themselves from Donald Trump's political rallies and agenda.Some support2 reports
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Political maneuvering in Maine involves Navatek seeking federal funding and Kao recounting a meeting to federal prosecutors.Well supported21 reports1 development inside
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Susan Collins secured $1.5 billion in federal grants for Aroostook County.Some support1 report
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Jackson criticized Canadian tariffs and the trade war, while Susan Collins was also involved in the political landscape.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Susan Collins voted to reduce medical care in Maine and was influential in bringing defense work to the state.Some support1 report
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Susan Collins praised the exemption of Canadian imports from tariffs.Well supported6 reports
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During an impeachment trial, Ketanji Brown Jackson supported confirmation while Susan Collins voted to convict Donald Trump.Some support2 reports
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Joel Anderson stated that he no longer views Senator Susan Collins as moderate.Some support2 reports
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Incumbent's actions led to calls for a new senator in the ongoing Senate race.Some support2 reports5 developments inside
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Shenna Bellows and Troy Jackson are leading the process to replace Graham Platner as a candidate challenging Susan Collins.Well supported11 reports4 developments inside
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The election process relies on mail delivery services, which affects the tenure of incumbent Senator Susan Collins.Some support1 report
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GOP leaders, including Susan Collins and Joni Ernst, demanded transparency over announced 20% senior officer cuts at the Pentagon.Some support1 report
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Graham Platner formally seeks to face Susan Collins in the general election.Well supported131 reports22 developments inside
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Political drama unfolds in the Texas GOP primary, featuring events like John Cornyn's defeat, Trump's endorsement of a primary opponent, and critical commentary on candidates like Susan Collins.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Ken Paxton's nomination has created a significant financial problem or 'money pit'.Some support1 report
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Susan Collins supported decisions made by the Trump administration.Well supported14 reports1 development inside
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Graham Platner and Susan Collins are both running in the Maine Senate race.Well supported18 reports5 developments inside
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Graham Platner is set to challenge Collins in the November general election, backed by endorsements from Donald Trump.Well supported6 reports
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ProPublica is investigating political donations and lawmaker conduct involving Susan Collins.Some support2 reports
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Susan Collins' election is seen as aiding the president's political goals, specifically in the context of potential trade wars.Some support1 report
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Expert from Campaign Legal Center weighed in on claims involving Susan Collins.Some support1 report
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ProPublica published an exposé detailing an alleged bribery scheme for campaign funding involving Susan Collins.Well supported20 reports
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Hawkish comments favoring Fed tightening were reported, involving Susan Collins and the euro.Some support1 report
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An investigation into alleged corruption involving Susan Collins and Donald Trump has concluded, having died after Trump returned to office.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Potential bribery involving campaign donations related to Navatek seeking government contracts in Maine.Well supported3 reports
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A bribery probe into campaign funding activities implicates Susan Collins and Navatek in Hawaii.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Susan Collins and Angus King urged the Trump administration to assist Mainers with rising oil prices.Some support6 reports
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Political support for alleged corruption and self-enrichment involving Susan Collins and Donald Trump.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Susan Collins represents citizens of Maine, where the city of Biddeford is located.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Protests against Senator Susan Collins' policies took place in the city of Biddeford.Some support1 report
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Author advocates for replacing incumbent senator Susan Collins.Some support1 report
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Senators, including Susan Collins, are urging the Department of Health & Human Services to release LIHEAP funds amid political pressure from President Trump.Well supported3 reports
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What's reaching Susan Collins
Events traced to Susan Collins, step by step, newest first- How could the Acadia Newspaper Trust's effort to preserve journalism affect Susan Collins?Local journalism effort may help maintain stability in Maine communitiesPossible
- How could Troy Jackson's financial legislation affect Susan Collins' political campaign?Jackson's financial bill fuels debate in Maine Senate racePossible
- Jackson's attacks on Trump's costs may pressure Susan CollinsJackson's attacks on Trump's costs may pressure Susan CollinsLikely
- Susan Collins may face pressure over Maine's home health worker shortageThe home health workforce shortage may require legislative action on wages and care.Possible
- How could Trump's tariff escalation on Canadian goods affect Susan Collins' constituents?New tariffs may raise costs for Maine consumersPossible
Explainers that pass through Susan Collins
Susan Collins is a step on the way to someone else- How could the procedural vote on Republican legislation affect the Senate?Procedural vote on legislation could negate federal funding for Maine projectsLikely
- Collins' alignment with Trump may hasten Republican Party's loss of powerCollins' alignment with Trump may hasten Republican Party's loss of powerPossible
Around Susan Collins this week
News at the entities that move Susan Collins most-
Troy Jackson OperationalA rally is expected to influence the ongoing U.S. Senate race in Maine.Moves Susan Collins
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Graham Platner OperationalThe FEC is tracking political donations and campaign finance, while Martin Heinrich initially endorsed Graham Platner's campaign.Moves Susan Collins
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Donald Trump OperationalGlobal markets are affected by Middle East de-escalation, ongoing Ukraine energy attacks, and Donald Trump's waiver of Russia sanctions.Moves Susan Collins
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Angus King OperationalAngus King and Golden are involved in tariff negotiations related to the shipment of logs from Boston to China.Moves Susan Collins
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Jackson OperationalElizabeth Warren backs Jackson for the Senate race, challenging incumbent Collins.Moves Susan Collins
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senate StructuralThe Senate opened an inquiry into the spending of the Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation (REREC).Moves Susan Collins
Connections
The 40 strongest of 231, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Graham Platner Operational
Graham Platner and Susan Collins are engaged in a direct, high-stakes political rivalry for the U.S. Senate seat in Maine.
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Jackson Operational
Susan Collins and Jackson are actively competing against each other in the U.S. Senate race in Maine.
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Troy Jackson Operational
Troy Jackson and Susan Collins are engaged in an active electoral contest for the U.S. Senate seat in Maine.
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Donald Trump Operational
Collins and Trump maintain a highly volatile political relationship characterized by periods of strong mutual support and sharp policy conflict.
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senate Structural
Susan Collins serves as a member and committee chair within the Senate, directly influencing its legislative functions.
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Angus King Operational
The two senators actively coordinate on policy, legislation, and political investigations.
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Maine Structural
Susan Collins serves as the elected Senator representing the political and economic interests of the state of Maine.
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Brett Kavanaugh Structural
Susan Collins used her institutional power as a U.S. Senator to confirm Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Structural
Susan Collins confirmed Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination to the post of Secretary of Health and Human Services.
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FED Structural
Susan Collins holds a formal policymaking position at the FED, actively influencing monetary policy decisions and market expectations.
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Troy Jackson Operational
The two entities are actively campaigning and are direct opponents in a political election race.
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Pete Hegseth Operational
Collins and Hegseth actively engage in political debate, questioning each other on military policy and funding needs.
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Bath Iron Works Operational
Susan Collins uses her political influence and advocacy to secure contracts and funding for Bath Iron Works.
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Medicare Operational
Susan Collins uses her legislative power to influence Medicare policy, while the needs and pressures of the Medicare program inform her legislative actions.
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Congress Structural
Susan Collins holds a formal leadership role as chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee within Congress.
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Maine Democratic Party Operational
The Maine Democratic Party actively seeks to defeat or replace Susan Collins in the U.S. Senate through organized opposition and scrutiny.
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Todd Blanche Operational
Susan Collins actively opposes Todd Blanche's nomination to Attorney General through her crucial vote.
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Social Security Operational
Susan Collins actively participates in legislative processes regarding Social Security payments and potential budget cuts.
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ICE Structural
Collins provides formal oversight, funding, and direction to ICE operations, while ICE actions affect her political environment.
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Shenna Bellows Operational
The two political candidates are actively competing against each other in a primary election.
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Sara Gideon Operational
The two individuals were electoral rivals who actively competed against each other during the 2020 election cycle.
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Greene Operational
The relationship is defined by a current, active electoral contest between the two individuals.
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Jackson Operational
Susan Collins is engaged in a competitive political election against the entity Jackson.
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FBI Operational
The FBI is actively investigating Susan Collins regarding alleged bribery and pay-to-play schemes.
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Biddeford Operational
Susan Collins actively responds to and is influenced by community events and political issues arising in Biddeford.
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Russell Vought Structural
Susan Collins confirmed Russell Vought's appointment to the OMB and subsequently criticized his actions in that role.
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Federal Election Commission Structural
Susan Collins is subject to the Federal Election Commission's regulations regarding campaign finance reporting and investigation.
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Patty Murray Operational
The senators engage in active political coordination, collaboration on funding, and high-stakes legislative impasses.
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Democratic Party Operational
The Democratic Party actively competes against Susan Collins in political contests and nominations.
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Elon Musk Transactional
Elon Musk provided financial support and campaign donations to Susan Collins.
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DHS Operational
Senator Collins uses her office to influence DHS policy, funding, and operational protocols, which in turn affect her claims.
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Joe Biden Transactional
A's legislative sponsorship and policy advocacy were cited as factors leading to the successful passage of laws relevant to B's office.
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supreme court Structural
The individual serves as a voting member whose actions directly influence the composition and institutional outcomes of the Supreme Court.
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Nirav Shah Operational
The two individuals are viewed as political rivals in a competitive electoral landscape.
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Gary Peters Operational
Gary Peters and Susan Collins are actively collaborating on legislative action, specifically introducing the AFTER Act together.
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United States Department of Homeland Security Operational
Susan Collins utilized her political position to apply pressure and oversight on the leadership of the Department of Homeland Security.
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Erica Schwartz Structural
Collins's planned vote directly influences the policy or tenure of CDC director Schwartz.
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Jeanne Shaheen Operational
The two entities are actively collaborating as co-chairs on a push for energy assistance legislation.
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Steve Feinberg Operational
Susan Collins and Steve Feinberg are actively collaborating on defense projects, including destroyer expansion.
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National Republican Senatorial Committee Operational
The committee actively campaigns for and monitors the political viability of Susan Collins' seat.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
18 events- Troy Jackson opposes Donald Trump's actions while Susan Collins consistently supports his policies.
- Candidates Susan Collins and Troy Jackson squared off in a fiery debate regarding the Maine Senate race.
- Troy Jackson and Susan Collins clashed during a debate regarding AI and data center policy.
- The Fraternal Order of Police endorsed Susan Collins for her reelection bid.
- Susan Collins secured federal investment for a town hall in Hollis, serving as an independent voice for Mainers.
- Susan Collins advanced a bill aimed at increasing funding for the VA.
- Susan Collins publicly expressed her disapproval of policies put forth by Donald Trump.
- Jackson blames Collins for rising fuel costs, linking them to the oil shipping corridor disruption caused by the war with Iran.
- Susan Collins supported a measure regulating data centers while Troy Jackson criticized her failure to stop tariffs.
- Donald Trump refuses reimbursement for DHS-funded ads, and Susan Collins declines to campaign with him.
- Susan Collins stood against Donald Trump's nominees, highlighting the importance of Senate control for confirmations.
- Susan Collins, Angus King, and Troy Jackson supported a bill aimed at delaying whale restrictions.
- Susan Collins, Republicans, and Greg Abbott are publicly distancing themselves from Donald Trump's political rallies and agenda.
- Susan Collins secured $1.5 billion in federal grants for Aroostook County.
- Susan Collins voted to reduce medical care in Maine and was influential in bringing defense work to the state.
- Joel Anderson stated that he no longer views Senator Susan Collins as moderate.
- The election process relies on mail delivery services, which affects the tenure of incumbent Senator Susan Collins.
- GOP leaders, including Susan Collins and Joni Ernst, demanded transparency over announced 20% senior officer cuts at the Pentagon.
September 2026
21 events- Allegations have begun affecting Susan Collins' re-election campaign.
- Susan Collins is involved in a Maine Senate race, facing accusations that she voted in alignment with Donald Trump 96 percent of the time.
- A tight race is underway for the governorship involving Susan Collins and Troy Jackson.
- Trump allegedly helped cover up the corruption involving Susan Collins.
- Allegations have surfaced regarding financial ties and lobbying influence involving Susan Collins and Troy Jackson.
- Political maneuvering in Maine involves Navatek seeking federal funding and Kao recounting a meeting to federal prosecutors.
- Jackson criticized Canadian tariffs and the trade war, while Susan Collins was also involved in the political landscape.
- Susan Collins praised the exemption of Canadian imports from tariffs.
- Ken Paxton's nomination has created a significant financial problem or 'money pit'.
- ProPublica is investigating political donations and lawmaker conduct involving Susan Collins.
- Susan Collins' election is seen as aiding the president's political goals, specifically in the context of potential trade wars.
- Expert from Campaign Legal Center weighed in on claims involving Susan Collins.
- ProPublica published an exposé detailing an alleged bribery scheme for campaign funding involving Susan Collins.
- Hawkish comments favoring Fed tightening were reported, involving Susan Collins and the euro.
- An investigation into alleged corruption involving Susan Collins and Donald Trump has concluded, having died after Trump returned to office.
- Potential bribery involving campaign donations related to Navatek seeking government contracts in Maine.
- A bribery probe into campaign funding activities implicates Susan Collins and Navatek in Hawaii.
- Susan Collins and Angus King urged the Trump administration to assist Mainers with rising oil prices.
- Protests against Senator Susan Collins' policies took place in the city of Biddeford.
- Author advocates for replacing incumbent senator Susan Collins.
- Senators, including Susan Collins, are urging the Department of Health & Human Services to release LIHEAP funds amid political pressure from President Trump.
August 2026
6 events- Susan Collins pushed back against an immediate rate hike by the FED.
- Susan Collins and Angus King joined bipartisan legislation on August 11, 2026.
- Rick Bennett, Hannah Pingree, Troy Jackson, and Susan Collins are involved in concurrent political races for the Governor of Maine and the U.S. Senate seat.
- Susan Collins grew up in Aroostook County and represents the region, while Troy Jackson built his career in the Allagash area.
- Incumbent's actions led to calls for a new senator in the ongoing Senate race.
- Susan Collins supported decisions made by the Trump administration.
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July 2026
8 events- Bernie Sanders endorsed Troy Jackson in the gubernatorial race, while Jackson campaigned against Susan Collins for the Senate.
- Susan Collins reports campaign finances to the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
- Troy Jackson was nominated to face Susan Collins in the Senate race.
- Jackson is expected to secure the Senate nomination in Bangor after Graham Platner's withdrawal, challenging Susan Collins.
- Susan Collins, running for Senate in Maine, supported supplemental war funding while voting against a DOJ weaponization fund.
- Shenna Bellows and Troy Jackson are leading the process to replace Graham Platner as a candidate challenging Susan Collins.
- Political support for alleged corruption and self-enrichment involving Susan Collins and Donald Trump.
- Susan Collins represents citizens of Maine, where the city of Biddeford is located.
June 2026
7 events- Susan Collins' campaign threatens to save the Bath Iron Works shipyard.
- A joint survey conducted by Siena Research Institute and the New York Times details the Maine Senate race, including voter sentiment regarding Donald Trump and the candidates.
- During an impeachment trial, Ketanji Brown Jackson supported confirmation while Susan Collins voted to convict Donald Trump.
- Graham Platner formally seeks to face Susan Collins in the general election.
- Political drama unfolds in the Texas GOP primary, featuring events like John Cornyn's defeat, Trump's endorsement of a primary opponent, and critical commentary on candidates like Susan Collins.
- Graham Platner and Susan Collins are both running in the Maine Senate race.
- Graham Platner is set to challenge Collins in the November general election, backed by endorsements from Donald Trump.