The New Republic says Susan Collins’s explanation for corruption allegations is undermined by newer allegations and by the University of Maine’s rejection of her campaign’s claim that a defense contractor’s research benefited the school. Collins has denied wrongdoing.
Secretary of State addressed by Markey and Merkley in their letter
ALSO MENTIONED Andrew S. Boutros, U.S. attorney accused by Mecklenburg of pushing felony charges; Barack Obama, Former president referenced for comparison with the Iran nuclear agreement; Kat Abugazaleh, Then-congressional candidate included among the Broadview Six protesters; Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi crown prince mentioned in connection with Saudi Arabia’s nuclear policy; Pope Leo XIV, Pope quoted in a separate item supporting press freedom; Sheri H. Mecklenburg, Prosecutor who resigned and accused the Justice Department of politically motivated charges
