House Democrats suffer 2nd crushing primary loss as party's pick falls short in Maine
Summary
State Sen. Joe Baldacci, supported by House Democratic leaders, lost the primary election in Maine’s 2nd district to Matt Dunlap, a progressive candidate. This is the second recent primary loss for Democrats backed by their campaign committee in key districts.Key Facts
- Joe Baldacci was the preferred Democratic candidate for Maine’s 2nd district but lost to Matt Dunlap.
- Matt Dunlap is Maine’s state auditor and identifies as a progressive.
- This marks the second time recently that a Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC)-backed candidate lost a primary.
- Another recent DCCC-backed candidate, Jasmeet Bains in California, also lost a primary to a progressive rival.
- The DCCC spent only $7,500 advertising with Baldacci, while his own campaign spent about $250,000.
- Outside group Real Change PAC, possibly linked to Republicans, spent $500,000 attacking Baldacci.
- Matt Dunlap will run against Republican former Governor Paul LePage in the general election.
- The district voted for President Trump by nine points in 2024 and is a top target for Republicans.
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