Susan Collins brings federal dollars to Maine. She's hoping that's worth it to voters
Senator Susan Collins is focusing on her ability to secure federal funding for Maine as she campaigns for reelection against Democratic challenger Graham Platner. Collins emphasizes her seniority and role as chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee to highlight her accomplishments in bringing federal dollars to the state. The election outcome may depend on whether voters prioritize these financial benefits over Platner's calls for political reform.
- ▪Susan Collins is running for a sixth term in the Senate against Democratic nominee Graham Platner.
- ▪Collins has secured federal funding for various projects in Maine, including community colleges and infrastructure.
- ▪Platner's campaign criticizes Collins for supporting policies that they argue have harmed working-class Mainers.
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Elections Susan Collins brings federal dollars to Maine. She's hoping that's worth it to voters May 21, 20268:47 AM ET By Steve Mistler Campaign signs sit next to a road in Rockport, Maine. Graham Platner is expected to be the Democratic nominee and would face off against incumbent Republican Sen. Susan Collins in the general election. Joe Raedle/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Joe Raedle/Getty Images The outcome of a pivotal Senate race in Maine could hinge on whether voters value Republican Sen. Susan Collins' clout and ability to secure federal dollars over Democratic insurgent Graham Platner's call to upend a political system he says is rigged against working-class Americans.
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