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Maine Senate Polling as Susan Collins, Troy Jackson Head Into Third Debate
Newsweek • • nation
Key Points:
- Senator Susan Collins and Democratic challenger Troy Jackson will participate in their third Maine Senate debate on Tuesday evening, amid polls indicating a tightly contested race in the state.
- The debate, hosted by WABI and airing at 7 p.m. ET, comes as early voting begins and the candidates focus on key issues like affordability, tariffs, and their stances on former President Trump to sway undecided voters.
- Polls show a narrow lead for Jackson, but the race remains highly competitive with some surveys showing a dead heat; Collins’ past success despite Maine’s Democratic lean highlights the unpredictability of the contest.
- Economic concerns, especially the rising cost of home heating oil in Maine, are expected to be central topics in the debate, reflecting the significant financial pressures on local voters.
- The outcome of this race is crucial for control of the U.S. Senate, with Democrats aiming to flip this GOP-held seat as part of their broader strategy to gain a majority in the 2026 midterms.
