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Maine Democrats selected Jackson to face Susan Collins in November.

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Maine Democrats selected Troy Jackson as their U.S. Senate nominee to face incumbent Susan Collins in November, after Graham Platner withdrew. The AP roundup also covered lawsuits challenging President Trump's tariffs and several international and domestic events.

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Democratic U.S. Senate nominee in Maine

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Susan M. Collins
R · ME · SEN

Republican incumbent Jackson will challenge for Maine's U.S. Senate seat

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President whose administration announced tariffs challenged by small businesses

Former Democratic Senate nominee who withdrew from the race

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Maine Democrats Choose Troy Jackson as Senate Nominee

Maine Democrats selected Troy Jackson as their Senate nominee after Graham Platner withdrew. Jackson will face Susan Collins in the general election. Center outlets describe the selection as setting up a contest with Collins, with coverage also stressing its potential effect on control of the Senate.

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