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July 19, 2026
Troy Jackson Secures Delegate Majority for Democratic Nomination in Maine Senate Race
- Troy Jackson has secured over 90% of the 601 delegate slots available, solidifying his position for the Democratic nomination in the Maine Senate race.
- Shenna Bellows, Nirav Shah, Dan Kleban, and Jordan Wood have exited the race, with Bellows urging Democrats to unite against Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
- The Democratic nominating convention is scheduled for this Saturday, where Jackson is expected to receive strong support from the delegates.
12 Sources
- Platner-ally Troy Jackson closing in on Democratic Senate nod in key race to face CollinsJul 19, 2026 at 12:33 PM · Fox News
- Shenna Bellows drops out of Maine’s Senate race as Troy Jackson builds Democratic supportJul 19, 2026 at 3:32 PM · NBC
- In Maine, Bellows Ends Senate Bid as Jackson Builds MomentumJul 19, 2026 at 3:41 PM · NYT
- Maine Democrat Shenna Bellows drops out of race to replace Graham PlatnerJul 19, 2026 at 3:56 PM · Politico
- Bellows withdraws from US Senate race as Maine Democrats regroupJul 19, 2026 at 4:44 PM · Reuters
- Troy Jackson has effectively secured the Maine Senate Democratic nominationJul 19, 2026 at 4:55 PM · Politico
- In Maine Senate Race, Jackson Sprints Ahead of Pack, as Bellows Drops OutJul 19, 2026 at 6:31 PM · NYT
- Maine secretary of State drops out of Senate raceJul 19, 2026 at 10:21 PM · The Hill
- Troy Jackson secures delegate lead in Maine Senate race vs. CollinsJul 20, 2026 at 12:56 AM · Fox News
- Second Democrat drops out of Maine primaryJul 20, 2026 at 2:53 AM · The Hill
- Troy Jackson on glidepath to Maine Senate nominationJul 20, 2026 at 11:02 AM · The Hill
- Maine Democratic Senate race narrows as candidates rally behind Troy Jackson ahead of nominating conventionJul 20, 2026 at 1:41 PM · CBS News