Henry Beck’s endorsement marks the first by a top Maine Democrat as his party tries to winnow the field of possible challengers to President Donald Trump.
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Donald Trump says he’s not happy with backers’ ‘send her back’ chant
As chants of “send her back” intensified, Trump paused to let them continue and did nothing apparent to discourage the crowd.
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Retired major general enters race to take on Sen. Susan Collins
Jonathan Treacy filed papers Monday to become the fourth Democrat vying for the chance to challenge Maine’s senior senator in next year’s election.
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Senate candidate Betsy Sweet endorsed by liberal group tied to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Justice Democrats, which helped elect Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in New York, has endorsed Sweet while other national groups are backing Sara Gideon to challenge Sen. Susan Collins next year.
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Susan Collins teams up with Lindsey Graham to raise campaign cash
Heading into a tough 2020 re-election campaign, Maine’s senior senator formed a joint fundraising group with her Republican colleague from South Carolina.
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Patriots owner Robert Kraft is Trump dinner guest despite prostitution charge
President Donald Trump dined with New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft Monday night, less than five months after the billionaire businessman was charged as part of a South Florida prostitution investigation.
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Jared Golden aims to allow federal programs give help to cannabis businesses
The 2nd District Democrat’s bill would drop restrictions that force the Small Business Administration to turn away companies seeking help for marijuana-related firms.
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In wake of new Nike flap, Poliquin says buy New Balance instead
Former Maine congressman Bruce Poliquin urged patriots to buy American-made sneakers instead of supporting Nike after the shoe giant dropped plans to sell Fourth of July-themed trainers.
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Maine’s 2nd District: GOP’s Eric Brakey eyes challenge to Jared Golden
Former state senator from Auburn has created an exploratory committee for a likely race in Maine’s 2nd Congressional District.
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Report: Nike pulls flag sneaker after Kaepernick complaint
Report: Nike is pulling a Betsy Ross’ flag-themed tennis shoe after former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick complained to the shoemaker