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Democrats nominate Troy Jackson to replace Graham Platner

Maine Democrats selected Jackson as their Senate nominee to challenge Susan Collins.

Democrats nominate Troy Jackson to replace Graham Platner
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This article1 analysis · Oct 2, 2026
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Maine Democrats chose Troy Jackson to replace Graham Platner as their Senate nominee, giving Jackson a 101-day campaign to try to unseat Sen. Susan Collins. He won the convention vote 566-5 after Platner left the race amid controversy.

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Democratic Senate nominee chosen to replace Graham Platner

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Nirav Shah
D · ME

Former contender for the Democratic Senate nomination

Susan M. Collins
R · ME · SEN

Republican senator and Jackson's general-election opponent

Former contender for the Democratic Senate nomination

Bernie Sanders
I · VT · SEN

Senator and former political employer of Jackson

Candidate defeated in the convention vote

Chuck Schumer
D · NY · SEN

Senate minority leader who backed Jackson's general-election prospects

Candidate defeated in the convention vote

Former Senate candidate whose campaign suspension led to Jackson's nomination

Ro Khanna
D · CA-17

Representative who backed Jackson

ALSO MENTIONED  James White, Maine state representative who questioned Jackson's eligibility

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Troy Jackson Wins Maine Democratic Senate Nomination

Outlets agree Maine Democrats selected Troy Jackson as their U.S. Senate nominee after Graham Platner withdrew, setting up a race against Republican Sen. Susan Collins. Left-leaning outlets emphasize Jackson’s labor and progressive appeal, alongside questions about his electoral prospects and divided hometown response. Center outlets largely recount the selection and upcoming contest, often noting its potential effect on Senate control. Right-leaning outlets foreground criticism of Jackson’s record, selection process and campaign vulnerabilities.

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