The Democratic establishment begrudgingly moves to embrace Graham Platner
Democrats largely lined up behind their new Maine Senate nominee on Tuesday, while Republicans were quick to launch their attacks.
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16 headlinesDemocrats Face Another Long Wait for Results in Maine Swing District
No candidate cleared 50 percent in the Democratic primary race to replace Representative Jared Golden, sending the race into ranked-choice voting.
Democrats await ranked choice vote in Maine to decide key House nominee
Former Republican Gov. Paul LePage is moving onto the general election in Maine’s 2nd District, NBC News projects, as the crowded Democratic field in one of the country’s most important battleground districts remains unresolved ahead of a ranked choice voting tabulation.
Maine Democrats Pick Graham Platner, Scandals and All, to Take On Susan Collins
Graham Platner’s fiery candidacy may fit the moment, but his baggage could sink Democrats' chances of taking back the Senate.
Key test for Democrats in Maine
Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner is poised to win a primary election tonight as he’s facing a series of scandals. NBC News’ Ryan Nobles reports.
Democrats need to revamp message following Trump foreign policy moves: Think tank
A think tank has recommended that Democratic messaging on foreign policy needs to be revamped following drastic moves by the Trump administration.
Live results: Democrats duke it out in key Maine primary race for battleground House seat
Republicans have the upper hand in the battle for an open House seat in Maine as voters head to the polls Tuesday. Rep. Jared Golden (D) is leaving his seat in the Pine Tree State’s 2nd Congressional District, and Democrats are duking it out for a spot on the November ballot.
Democrats Accuse Republicans of Meddling in Maine’s Second Congressional District Primary
A mysterious group has spent $500,000 to elevate a progressive candidate in the Democratic primary race for a key House seat.
Should Americans get an equity stake in AI? Trump and progressive Democrats float public ownership of AI
In an unusual cross-ideological convergence, Trump and progressive Democrats like Bernie Sanders are both floating some form of public equity in AI.
Maine Elections Test Democrats’ Support for Platner: What to Watch in Today’s Primaries
Any indication of tepid support for Graham Platner, a Democratic candidate for Senate in Maine, will be seen as a warning sign about his chances against Senator Susan Collins, the Republican incumbent.
Young voters say both Democrats and Republicans "get it wrong"
Emma Goldberg, a reporter for The New York Times, joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings to discuss why young voters feel disillusioned by both the Republican and Democratic parties ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Watch live: House Democrats speak amid battle over FISA, Pulte
House Democratic leaders will speak with reporters Tuesday morning as their GOP counterparts are seeking to pass an extension of the nation’s warrantless spying powers ahead of a June 12 deadline. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N. Y.
Do Democrats need a better message than being anti-Trump? Join the live discussion
As 2028 Democratic hopefuls emerge, is the party developing a message beyond opposing President Trump? Meanwhile, Maine voters head to the polls Tuesday for a primary election as the controversial Graham Platner seeks to oust incumbent Sen. Susan Collins (R).
Do Democrats need a better message than being anti-Trump?
As 2028 Democratic hopefuls emerge, is the party developing a message beyond opposing President Trump? Meanwhile, Maine voters head to the polls Tuesday for a primary election as the controversial Graham Platner seeks to oust incumbent Sen. Susan Collins (R).
Platner fuels anxieties among Democrats as Maine picks its candidate
Democrats are feeling a mix of anxiety and unease heading into Tuesday’s primary in Maine when it comes to Graham Platner, the oyster farmer and political neophyte whose campaign has been plagued by a series of controversies.
Some Maine Democrats are wavering on Graham Platner
The oysterman maintains a strong base of support, but his scandals have left a bad taste with some Democratic and independent voters.