Topline
Former state Senate president Troy Jackson was picked as Maine’s Democratic nominee Saturday morning, replacing former nominee Graham Platner who faced a series of controversial allegations including sexual assault, toxic relationships and disturbing behavior.
Jackson received the nomination Saturday.
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Key Facts
The Maine Democratic Party voted in Jackson as its nominee, setting up a battle with Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, in November that could decide whether Democrats gain control of the Senate.
Jackson will have just over 100 days to build his campaign while Collins will likely benefit from Platner’s fall and her status as a five-term incumbent.
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