Janet Mills Archives - The Portland Press Herald

Elections, Maine, News, Politics

With Maine Senate primary cooling off, attention turns to the governor’s race

by Rachel Ohm May 2, 2026May 2, 2026

Maine voters have a new race to focus on — at least for now.

Elections, Maine, News, Politics

Graham Platner or Susan Collins? Maine has never had a choice like this.

by Rachel Estabrook May 2, 2026May 2, 2026

The unusual nature of this race will bring national money and attention to Maine. Political analysts say the candidates are the perfect contrast in styles.

Maine, News

Maine plans to track sexual assault exam kits statewide

by Emily Allen May 1, 2026May 1, 2026

Advocates say a statewide tracking system will allow victims to follow the whereabouts of their kits online.

Elections, Maine, News, Politics

Live updates: Platner vs. Collins Senate race starts to take shape after Mills’ exit

by Staff report May 1, 2026May 1, 2026

Both the Republican senator and the Democratic candidate made appearances in southern Maine on Friday morning, a day after the governor ended her campaign.

Elections, Maine, News, Politics

Graham Platner, supporters celebrate as Janet Mills ends U.S. Senate bid

by Drew Johnson April 30, 2026April 30, 2026

With the governor out of the race, Platner is turning his attention to a likely general election matchup against Susan Collins.

Elections, News, Politics

An early look at Susan Collins versus Graham Platner, by the numbers

by Daniel Kool April 30, 2026May 1, 2026

With Gov. Janet Mills dropping out, the U.S. Senate race for Maine appears to be down to newcomer Graham Platner and incumbent Sen. Susan Collins.

Op-eds, Opinion, Steve Collins

Can we take a moment to appreciate Janet Mills? | Steve Collins

by Steve Collins April 30, 2026April 30, 2026

Maine’s first woman governor has been consistently courageous and compassionate in tough times.

Elections, Maine, News, Politics

Live updates: Graham Platner to skip Democratic Senate primary debates after Janet Mills drops out

by Staff report April 30, 2026May 1, 2026

Meanwhile, Mills declined to immediately endorse Platner as he gears up for a likely head-to-head matchup with Republican Sen. Susan Collins in November.