The two issues that finally brought down Susan Collins
Longtime Maine Republican Senator Susan Collins lost her reelection bid to Democratic challenger Troy Jackson. The defeat is attributed to the influence of Donald Trump's unpopularity in the state and voter concerns regarding the rising cost of living.
Why it matters
This result marks a significant shift in the US Senate, reflecting the broader political challenges faced by moderate Republicans in states where the national party platform is unpopular.
Democrats won a critical US Senate seat on Tuesday, as Maine Republican Sen. Susan Collins conceded her long-held seat to Democratic challenger Troy Jackson just after midnight.
Collins, who has been serving for nearly 30 years, has for years been able to beat back rivals in her increasingly blue state, where residents valued her ability to bring home federal funds and buck her Republican Party when it seemed to count. Her ability to win even against unfavorable conditions has earned her the reputation of being something of a “unicorn” in national politics.
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