As the House moved to pass the GOP's marquee bill, Democrats began testing out the attacks they hope will win them back Congress in 2026.

In contrast, Democratic Governor Janet Mills remains significantly more popular and is increasingly seen as a potential challenger in 2026. Mills holds a net favorability rating of +10, with 51 percent of Mainers viewing her favorably and 41 percent unfavorably. Seven percent are neutral on Mills, and 1 percent say they don't know enough about her.

The Maine GOP alleges findings of potential voter fraud. Secretary of State Bellows refutes the accusations, urging an accurate understanding of voter data.

The Maine GOP is revealing the results of what they call an election integrity investigation, even as state elections officials say they're wrong.

A new federal survey - taken after every major election - shows in 2024, mail-in voting was down but early, in-person voting was up. And, a shortage of poll workers is a looming problem.

There are currently seven open Senate seats, above the average for an election cycle, with potentially more departures to come.

A veteran Republican Maine state lawmaker is leaving the party and running for governor as an independent candidate, saying he wants to move away from "cynicism"

The proposal, which passed the Democratic-controlled Legislature last week, would expand the voting method used in federal races, including for president, and legislative primaries to the governor's race and other state legislative contests. Mills has 10 days to sign, veto or allow the bill to become law without her signature.

The Maine Democratic Party has launched a website targeting Republican Sen. Susan Collins (Maine) for votes she they say have caused a significant rollback in abortion rights. The release of