Troy Jackson defeats GOP Sen. Susan Collins in Maine, padding Democrats’ majority
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Longtime Republican Senator Susan Collins had held the seat for three decades, but was swept away in the blue wave.
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Susan Collins in Maine, padding Democrats' majority NBC NewsElection 2026 live updates: Democrats unseat Sen.
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Democrat Troy Jackson has defeated five-term incumbent Republican Sen.
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Susan Collins has conceded Maine's Senate race to Democratic challenger Troy Jackson.
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Democrat Troy Jackson has defeated longtime GOP Sen.
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**Summary:** Troy Jackson defeated Susan Collins in Maine's Senate race, extending Democrats' majority and padding their control over the state. **Why It Matters:** This victory is significant for Democrats as it strengthens their position in the upcoming midterm elections and potentially shifts power dynamics in Congress.
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