Summary
Maine Representative Jared Golden, a Democrat, is facing a primary challenge from state Auditor Matthew Dunlap in the 2nd Congressional District. Golden's moderate positions may appeal to some voters in his mostly Republican-leaning district, while Dunlap is running on more progressive policies. This district holds significance as it supported President Donald Trump in the last election.
Key Facts
- Jared Golden is a Democrat representing Maine's 2nd Congressional District.
- The district supported President Donald Trump by 10 percentage points in the last presidential election.
- Matthew Dunlap, a state auditor and former secretary of state, is challenging Golden from within the Democratic Party.
- Dunlap supports progressive policies like Medicare for All and universal childcare.
- Golden has been a target for Republicans in past elections but has won narrowly each time.
- Maine's 2nd Congressional District is known for its ideological diversity, with both rural areas and Democratic cities.
- Golden was the only House Democrat to support a resolution to fund the government and avoid a shutdown recently.
- There are differing opinions among Democrats about Golden's moderate stance.
