Susan Collins
Recent media appearances
Top articles
Washington Post (via Anchorage Daily News)Takeaways from the Maine Senate debate between Susan Collins and Troy JacksonOct 7, 2026
Associated Press (via PBS News)Susan Collins announces reelection bid for her Maine Senate seat challenged by DemocratsFeb 10, 2026
The Maine MonitorSusan Collins announces reelection bidFeb 10, 2026
Overview
Susan Collins is a Republican who has represented Maine in the U.S. Senate for 30 years. She has won five terms and sought a sixth in 2026. michiganpublic.org PBS
Collins announced her reelection bid in February 2026, pointing to her record of working across the aisle. Her Democratic opponent was former Maine Senate President Troy Jackson. PBS michiganpublic.org
Platform
- Said in a debate that she has voted against her party more than any other senator.PBS
- Says her seniority brings federal money to Maine, citing about $1.5 billion she says she secured.adn.com
- Said in a debate that she supports a ban on bump stocks and reasonable magazine limits, and is open to raising the purchase age for assault weapons to 21.wbur.org
- Said in a debate that she opposes adding justices to the Supreme Court.wbur.org
- Says she supports full disclosure of campaign contributors.wbur.org