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Maine Democrats' Expensive US Senate Primary Heats Up.

March 31, 2026
Maine Democrats' Expensive US Senate Primary Heats Up.
Robert F. Bukaty/AP; Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images

It's the battle of the year in Maine, folks, and it's not just about who's going to take down Sen. Susan Collins - it's about who's going to get the Democratic nomination, and let's just say it's getting ugly. Graham Platner, a combat veteran turned oyster farmer, is taking on Democratic Gov. Janet Mills in a primary that's shaping up to be one for the ages. But before we dive in, let's just say that things are about to get very, very interesting.

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