Sister Turns Against Brother in Maine Race | Portland Maine News

A Republican governor’s sister turns against her brother, Bobby Charles, endorsing his opponent Hannah Pingree just months before the Maine election. Anita Charles cites her brother’s divisive rhetoric and hardline abortion stance as reasons she can’t support him, calling for leadership rooted in empathy — qualities she says he lacks. She also highlights his unresolved ties to former Speaker Dennis Hastert and shares her personal trauma from childhood sexual violence, adding emotional weight to her decision. While Bobby Charles, a political newcomer with a background in D.C. lobbying, has energized his base with social media pushes on immigration and crime, his campaign is now facing a major blow — trailing Pingree in polls and fundraising. The Charles campaign has yet to respond. 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/1bee633207d1e079