Troy Jackson defeats Susan Collins in Maine
Democrat Troy Jackson has defeated Sen. Susan Collins (R-ME) in Maine, ending her three-decade career in Washington in one of the most hotly contested races of the 2026 election.
TL;DR
- Democrat Troy Jackson defeated Sen. Susan Collins (R-ME) in Maine.
- Collins conceded the race, ending her 30-year career in the Senate.
- The win secured the 53rd Senate seat for Democrats.
- The race was one of the most hotly contested of the 2026 election.
- Jackson replaced the original Democratic nominee, Graham Platner, following misconduct allegations.