The Social Security Fairness Act will boost payments to more than 2.5 million retirees.
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Local, statewide and national political news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Trump certified as 2024 election winner without challenge, a stark contrast to 2021 violence
No violence, protests or even procedural objections happened this time around, and Republicans who challenged the 2020 election results when Trump lost to Joe Biden have expressed no qualms this year after he defeated Kamala Harris.
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7 things to expect from Maine’s new Legislature
Democrats will maintain majorities in the House and Senate when lawmakers return Wednesday.
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Republican Mike Johnson reelected House speaker in dramatic floor vote
Johnson’s weak grip on the gavel threatens not only his own survival but President-elect Donald Trump’s ambitious agenda of tax cuts and mass deportations as Republicans sweep to power in Washington.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel, News, Politics
Winslow appoints interim town manager, new council chair
First-term councilor Fran Hudson became the chairperson, as councilors appointed Town Manager Ella Bowman’s interim successor in a tense meeting that highlighted the political fractures in Winslow’s council.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Local & State, Nation & World, Politics
Rep. Jared Golden received a holiday bomb threat at his home, newspaper reports
The Capitol Police say threats to members of Congress are on the rise and require more effort to protect them outside of Washington.
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Maine lawmakers get 61% pay increase
The raises were approved by the previous Legislature, which also voted to increase the salary of the next governor who will be elected in 2026.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Local & State, Politics
Jimmy Carter had solid ties to Lewiston-Auburn
The former president spoke at least twice at Bates College, and campaigned here during his long-shot bid for the White House
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Maine leaders mourn death of President Carter
The 39th president of the United States had made several trips to Maine before and during his presidency and is being remembered for his ‘remarkable life.’
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Here’s what to look for as Maine’s 2026 race for governor takes shape
Speculation has already seeped into the public arena, with well-known political figures such as Rep. Jared Golden and Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, and potential dark horse candidates such as Travis Mills, a retired U.S. Army staff sergeant, all in the mix.