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.
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Fitness executive Ben Midgley will launch bid for Maine governor
Midgley, a Republican, is expected to officially launch his campaign in Kennebunkport next week.
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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.
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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.