JD Vance Campaigns With Paul LePage—Ex-Governor’s Chances of Maine Comeback
Summary
Vice President JD Vance campaigned in Maine with former Republican Governor Paul LePage, who is running for Congress in Maine’s 2nd District. LePage hopes to win the seat as the current Democratic representative is retiring, and the district has a mix of Republican and Democratic support.Key Facts
- Paul LePage is running for Congress in Maine’s 2nd District against Democrat Matthew Dunlap.
- The current representative, Jared Golden, a moderate Democrat, is retiring.
- The district generally favors Republicans and supported President Trump by 9 points in 2024.
- Vice President JD Vance promoted President Trump’s economic agenda while supporting LePage.
- LePage was governor of Maine from 2011 to 2019 and has high name recognition.
- Campaign polls show a close race, with some surveys favoring LePage and others Dunlap.
- Prediction markets give LePage a better chance of winning, with about a 56-61% chance.
- LePage’s opponents criticize his past support for Medicaid cuts, tariffs, and foreign policy decisions affecting costs.
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