Summary
A new poll shows Democratic candidate Graham Platner leading Republican Senator Susan Collins in a potential Senate race for Maine. In the Democratic primary, Platner also leads Governor Janet Mills. The primary elections in Maine are scheduled for June 9, 2026.
Key Facts
- Graham Platner has a 49% to 38% lead over Susan Collins in a hypothetical general election match-up.
- Among independent voters, Platner leads Collins 47% to 38%.
- If Governor Janet Mills is the Democratic nominee, she holds a narrow 41% to 40% lead over Collins.
- The poll surveyed 1,105 general election voters and 478 likely primary voters.
- Platner leads Mills in the Democratic primary with 64% support to Mills' 26%.
- Previous polls also showed Platner leading Mills in the Democratic primary.
- The primary election in Maine is on June 9, 2026.
- Democrats need to win four Senate seats in November to gain a majority.
