Susan Collins vs Troy Jackson: Can Maine End Her 30-Year Political Run? | N18G

This CNN-News18 video looks at the Maine Senate race, in which Democrat Troy Jackson, a former Maine Senate president, is challenging Republican Senator Susan Collins as she seeks a sixth term. The discussion centers on Collins' influence, seniority and ability to secure federal funding for the state, as well as Jackson's criticism of her record, her relationship with President Donald Trump and the cost of living. The video cites a Marist survey conducted October 1–4 that put Jackson at 51% and Collins at 47% among registered voters, a gap within the poll's margin of error. The race could have wider implications for control of the US Senate.

• Democrat Troy Jackson challenges Republican Senator Susan Collins in Maine
• Collins seeks a sixth Senate term
• Marist poll (Oct 1–4): Jackson 51%, Collins 47%, within margin of error
• Race could affect control of the US Senate

Can Democrat Troy Jackson end Republican Senator Susan Collins’ decades-long run in Maine? As Collins seeks a sixth Senate term, her influence, seniority and ability to secure federal funding for the state are central to her campaign. Jackson, a former Maine Senate president, is challenging her over her record, her relationship with President Donald Trump and the cost of living. Recent polls show a closely contested race. A Marist survey conducted October 1–4 put Jackson at 51% and Collins at 47% among registered voters, within the poll’s margin of error. The race could have major implications for control of the US Senate. Can Collins rely on her long record and political relationships—or will voters demand a change? #SusanCollins #TroyJackson #Maine #USMidterms2026 #USPolitics #SenateRace CNN-News18 is your trusted source for breaking news, updates, and in-depth analysis from around the world. CNN-News18 is dedicated to bringing you the latest news, trends, and insights, helping you stay informed and up-to-date. Subscribe Now and join our community of informed and engaged viewers. Follow Every Breaking Story LIVE 🔴 Watch News18 LIVE 24x7: https://youtube.com/live/rfDx1HMvXbQ Follow us on Google: news18.co/cn18g Follow CNN News18 on X: https://x.com/CNNnews18 Follow CNN News18 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnnnews18/ Follow CNN News18 on Facebook: facebook.com/cnnnews18 #GetCloserToTheNews with latest headlines on politics, sports and entertainment on news18.com News18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube