The Vermont independent stumped with progressive candidates for Senate and governor against ‘oligarchy,’ the MAGA movement and the Democratic party establishment before a crowd of several thousand.
governor’s race 2026
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Dr. Nirav Shah says he’s considering run for Maine governor
Shah, the face of Maine’s COVID-19 response, was a top federal health official in the Biden administration and has criticized the Trump administration’s public health priorities.
advertisement
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Republican candidate for governor criticized over attacks on South Portland lawmaker
Bobby Charles has made a series of social media posts and videos targeting Rep. Deqa Dhalac, who he has called a “radical Somalia-first” lawmaker.
Posted inElections, Local & State, News, Politics
Former state worker and environmental advocate launches independent run for Maine governor
John Glowa Sr., of South China, is among more than a dozen candidates vying to replace Gov. Janet Mills.
Posted inElections, Local & State, News, Politics
Another Democrat enters Maine governor’s race
Unity attorney Jason Cherry, a retired FBI agent who last year ran unsuccessfully as an independent against U.S. Sen. Angus King, joins a crowded field of well-known Democrats looking to replace Gov. Janet Mills.
Posted inElections, Local & State, News, Politics
Fitness executive Ben Midgley will launch bid for Maine governor
Midgley, a Republican, is expected to officially launch his campaign in Kennebunkport next week.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Democrats lead early fundraising in crowded Maine governor’s race
Hannah Pingree and Shenna Bellows have pulled in the most money so far, followed by Angus King III and Troy Jackson, as the candidates vie to replace Gov. Janet Mills.
Posted inElections, Local & State, News, Politics
Republican field for 2026 Maine governor’s race slow to take shape
It’s early and more candidates are expected to enter the race. Rep. Laurel Libby and former Senate Majority Leader Garrett Mason are two possibilities.