Collins Attacks Jackson on Cost and Family | Portland Maine News

Senator Susan Collins is unleashing a blistering campaign against Troy Jackson, launching ads that tie his Senate leadership to soaring electricity and property taxes—and personally attacking his family ties, including his children’s mother being his second cousin. Jackson’s team counters that these are desperate, MAGA-style tactics meant to distract from Collins’ own record, especially her past support for Trump. They argue Maine voters are wise to the strategy. Collins defends the attacks, saying Jackson’s time as Senate President is fair game and pointing to statewide cost spikes under his watch. With heavy negative ad spending in Maine, Collins appears to be pushing harder as the race tightens—while also highlighting Jackson’s political evolution from conservative Republican to “Democratic socialist,” adding another layer to the heated battle. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/942b70776cb3b864