In 1st District primary, Republicans diverge on their approach to Trump

By: Kaitlyn Budion

Outlets: Maine Morning Star

Published: May 26, 2026

Words: 1,852

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 4 days ago

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With early voting underway, the two Republicans running in Maine’s 1st Congressional District primary are working to differentiate themselves and get their names out to voters.

It’s been a quieter front for the Republican Party, but voters in CD1 will decide June 9 who will face incumbent Democrat U.S. Rep. Chellie Pingree in November.

“There really hasn’t been nearly as much focus on this race as the gubernatorial race,” said Chuck Ellis, chair …

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