Summary
Maine Governor Janet Mills, 77, is running for a Senate seat in 2026 but has not agreed to release her medical records despite concerns about her age. Mills would be the oldest first-term senator if elected. Her age and health have become key issues as younger Democratic opponents push for newer leadership.
Key Facts
- Governor Janet Mills is running for the U.S. Senate in 2026 and has not committed to releasing her medical records.
- Mills would be 79 when taking office, making her the oldest first-term senator if elected.
- Age and health have become a focus as there are more members of Congress over 70 than in past decades.
- Mills is competing against other Democratic candidates who emphasize the need for younger leadership.
- Mills has stated she would only serve one term if elected to the Senate.
- Her main Democratic opponents include Graham Platner, 41, and Jordan Wood, 36, who have highlighted age concerns in their campaigns.
- Mills' spokesperson claims she is in excellent health and ready for a vigorous campaign.
- Other candidates, like Jordan Wood, plan to release their medical records, while Mills and her opponents have not made similar commitments.
