Troy Jackson Secures Maine Democratic Senate Nomination at Delegate Convention

Fox News • 29 Jul 10:00

Troy Jackson secured the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate in Maine after a party convention of 601 delegates chose him, bypassing a statewide primary following the withdrawal of the original candidate.

Fox News • 25 Jul 09:00

Former state Senate president Troy Jackson is poised to become the Democratic nominee for Maine's U.S. Senate race, setting up a contest with incumbent Republican Sen. Susan Collins that analysts rate as a toss-up.

NBC News • 25 Jul 09:00

Troy Jackson is set to become the Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate seat in Maine, facing incumbent Republican Susan Collins in a race that could affect Senate control.

NPR • 25 Jul 09:00

Maine Democrats selected former state Senate president Troy Jackson as their U.S. Senate candidate, aiming to replace withdrawn nominee Graham Platner and contest Republican incumbent Susan Collins.

The Portland Press Herald • 25 Jul 08:00

Troy Jackson, a longtime Maine legislator and 2024 U.S. Senate candidate, is noted for shifting policy positions and leading several high-profile bills on abortion access, gun safety, school meals, heating assistance, childcare, and budget spending.

Slate Magazine • 24 Jul 09:40

Maine Democrats used a county-based delegate convention to select Troy Jackson as their nominee for the U.S. Senate race against Republican incumbent Susan Collins.

WGME • 22 Jul 10:26

A University of New Hampshire poll finds former state Senate president Troy Jackson leading incumbent Sen. Susan Collins 49% to 46% ahead of the Democratic nominating convention.

The Portland Press Herald • 21 Jul 20:12

A University of New Hampshire poll finds 49% of likely voters favor Democrat Troy Jackson over incumbent Republican Susan Collins, who trails at 46%.

The Guardian • 20 Jul 18:39

Former state Senate president Troy Jackson is set to become the Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate in Maine following Graham Platner's exit amid sexual assault allegations.

AP News • 20 Jul 16:57

Troy Jackson, a former state senator and logger, is expected to become Maine's Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate after Graham Platton withdrew amid a sexual assault allegation.

WMTW • 20 Jul 16:35

Former state Senate president Troy Jackson appears poised to become the Democratic nominee for the U.S. Senate race in Maine after his preferred delegates won the majority of county slots.

Fox News • 20 Jul 16:19

Former state Senate president Troy Jackson secured the majority of delegate slots in Maine's nominating process and is expected to win the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate race against Republican incumbent Susan Collins.

The New York Times • 20 Jul 15:11

Former state Senate president Troy Jackson has become the leading candidate for the Democratic Senate nomination in Maine, after a gubernatorial bid and endorsements from progressive figures.

AP News • 20 Jul 02:56

Troy Jackson has become the leading candidate for the Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in Maine after several rivals withdrew and endorsed him ahead of the July 25 nominating convention.

NBC News • 19 Jul 16:38

Shenna Bellows withdrew from the Democratic Senate primary in Maine, citing a focus on her duties as secretary of state, while former state Senate President Troy Jackson secured a majority of delegate slots ahead of the state convention.

The Portland Press Herald • 19 Jul 03:25

Around 750 Democrats in Hancock County selected 23 delegates to attend a Bangor convention that will nominate a replacement for Senate candidate Graham Platner, with most delegates aligned with state Senate leader Troy Jackson.

CNN • 19 Jul 01:50

Former state Senate president Troy Jackson captured about 94% of available delegate slots in the first round of county elections, positioning him as the frontrunner for the Democratic nomination to challenge Sen. Susan Collins.

AP News • 17 Jul 16:51

Maine Democrats have less than three weeks to select a replacement for former Senate candidate Graham Platner, with a state convention set for July 25 and a crowded field of 12 candidates vying for the nomination.

Yahoo • 17 Jul 01:37

Eight Democratic candidates debated Thursday, outlining their credentials and policy positions as the party prepares to select a new Senate nominee to face Republican Sen. Susan Collins.

CNN • 17 Jul 01:37

Eight Democratic candidates discussed their qualifications to challenge Sen. Susan Collins in a two-hour debate, with the party set to select a new Senate nominee at a July 25 convention.

HuffPost • 16 Jul 10:00

Former health official Nirav Shah and former state Senate president Troy Jackson are competing for the Democratic nomination to challenge Sen. Susan Collins after Graham Platner withdrew.