Gov. Mills doesn’t rule out challenging Susan Collins for U.S. Senate in 2026

But Maine's Democratic governor said she is focusing on her final two years as governor, while applauding U.S. Sen. Susan Collins' ascent as chair of the powerful Senate Appropriations Committee, where she can direct more federal spending to Maine.

Collins to chair Senate Appropriations Committee after McConnell chooses a new role

While the committee's new leadership isn't yet official, Collins says her priorities will include helping Maine’s communities, funding biomedical research, improving infrastructure and supporting rural economic development.

Susan Collins plans to seek reelection in 2026

The Republican, Maine's senior U.S. senator, told a reporter at the Capitol that she will seek a sixth term.

Wednesday is 10th annual National Lobster Day

For 10 years, Sens. Susan Collins and Angus King have introduced and sponsored federal legislation to recognize Maine's iconic industry.

Postal Service scraps plan to reduce role of Hampden facility

The change would have moved outgoing mail processing from Hampden to a facility in Scarborough, roughly 130 miles away.

Susan Collins remains mum about her 2020 vote for president

Maine's senior senator won't say if she voted four years ago for Trump, Biden or someone else.

Senate confirms Portland attorney as new federal judge in Maine

Stacey Neumann, a partner at Murray Plumb & Murray in Portland, will fill an opening left by Chief U.S. District Judge Jon Levy.

Sen. Susan Collins expresses sadness at President Biden’s ‘cognitive decline’

Maine's senior senator, a Republican, says it's up to Biden and Democrats to decide whether he should remain on ballot.

Maine’s Susan Collins wins ‘Whole Hog Award’ for bringing home the bacon

Longtime senator snagged more money for her state than any of her colleagues.

Mills, Collins cut ribbon at new Farmington child care education center