Jared Golden takes his seat in U.S. House of Representatives

The Democratic freshman ousted Republican Bruce Poliquin in a tight race decided by ranked-choice voting.

Maine’s new Rep. Golden votes against Pelosi for House speaker

The 2nd District Democrat had promised he would not support the return of the former speaker.

Pelosi sees ‘new dawn’ as diverse Congress convenes in midst of shutdown

The day reflects celebration and impatience at a time of stark national political division that some analysts say is on par with the Civil War era.

LePage takes parting shot at ‘stolen election’ that cost fellow Republican his seat in Congress

In signing off on Democrat Jared Golden's win over Rep. Bruce Poliquin, the outgoing governor writes that the first ranked-choice congressional election ‘didn't result in a true majority as promised.’

Jared Golden getting ready to take office next week in Washington

Poliquin drops challenge to ranked-choice voting, clearing way for Golden to take seat in Congress

The incumbent Republican believes the ranked-choice system is unconstitutional, but says closing 'this confusing and unfair chapter of voting history' is in the best interest of his constituents.

Court denies Poliquin’s appeal to stop Golden’s certification as winner

The 1st Circuit Court of Appeals' ruling is the latest blow to Rep. Bruce Poliquin's legal battle to reverse the outcome of the ranked-choice election in Maine's 2nd District.

LePage, calling ranked-choice voting ‘repugnant,’ hasn’t certified Golden’s win. But it may not matter.

Attorneys for Rep. Bruce Poliquin, Rep.-elect Jared Golden and Secretary of State Matthew Dunlap argue over whether Golden can be seated in Congress on Jan. 3.

In appeal, Poliquin asks court to block certification of Golden’s 2nd District win

The Republican wants an emergency injunction until federal judges can weigh his constitutional objections to ranked-choice voting.

Rep. Poliquin to appeal ruling upholding his loss in ranked-choice election

The Republican hopes the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Boston will look more favorably on his case challenging the constitutionality of Maine's voting law.