Despite national stakes, 2nd District Democrats struggle to gain an edge

By: Kaitlyn Budion

Outlets: Maine Morning Star

Published: June 3, 2026

Words: 3,130

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 3 days ago

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Maine’s 2nd congressional district is all but guaranteed to be the focus of national attention in November, as both Democrats and Republicans fight for control of the U.S. Senate and House of Republicans.

The stakes have only gotten higher since the tight 2024 election for the seat: former Gov. Paul LePage is the Republican nominee, and incumbent Democrat U.S. Rep. Jared Golden dropped out late in the cycle, leaving an open primary to replace …

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