Summary
A new poll shows that Republican Senator Susan Collins might face a tough election in Maine's Senate race against Democratic candidates Graham Platner and Governor Janet Mills. The poll indicates close matchups, with Collins expected to face a challenging reelection campaign in a state that often leans Democratic.
Key Facts
- Susan Collins, a Republican Senator, is running for reelection in Maine for the 2026 Senate race.
- A poll by Quantus Insights shows that if Janet Mills wins the Democratic primary, Collins leads slightly; if Graham Platner wins, he leads Collins.
- The poll surveyed 800 likely voters with a margin of error of ±3.4 percentage points.
- Graham Platner has a narrow lead over Mills in the Democratic primary.
- Platner, the more progressive candidate, faces criticism over past social media posts and a controversial tattoo.
- Janet Mills is backed by the Democratic establishment but faces concerns over her approval rating and age.
- The Maine Senate race is expected to be a competitive and closely watched part of the 2026 midterm elections.
