At first and only debate, 1st District Republicans square off on healthcare, immigration

By: Kaitlyn Budion

Outlets: Maine Morning Star

Published: May 22, 2026

Words: 1,060

Last Updated: 2 months ago

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In their first and only debate before the June 9 primary, Republicans in the 1st Congressional District U.S. House race Joshua Pietrowicz and Ron Russell discussed their differing stances on the war in Iran, immigration and healthcare.

Russell was the GOP nominee for the district in 2022 but lost in the general election, and now faces off against political newcomer Pietrowicz.

Whoever wins will face off against incumbent Democrat Chellie Pingree in the general …

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