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October 15, 2026
Troy Jackson and Susan Collins Exchange Heated Remarks in Final Debate
- During the final debate, a protester interrupted, leading to a heated exchange between Senator Susan Collins and Democratic challenger Troy Jackson.
- Collins warned that Maine could lose vital federal funding if Jackson wins, while Jackson accused her of being tied to Trump and not supporting working-class families.
- The race is considered a toss-up, with polls showing a close contest as both candidates emphasize their differing approaches to key issues.
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- Collins insists socialist rival won't beat her as Maine's money machine: 'You'll lose big time'Oct 15, 2026 at 1:48 PM · Fox News
- "Oh, shut up": Maine Senate debate gets testyOct 16, 2026 at 12:31 AM · Axios
- Collins, Jackson trade jabs in final Maine Senate debate: 3 takeawaysOct 16, 2026 at 1:08 AM · The Hill
- Trump looms as tensions flare in final Maine Senate debateOct 16, 2026 at 1:12 AM · NBC
- 'Oh, shut up!': Democrat snaps at Collins after heckler drives Maine Senate debate off the railsOct 16, 2026 at 1:13 AM · Fox News
- 5 Takeaways From the Senate Debate in MaineOct 16, 2026 at 1:42 AM · NYT
- Sen. Susan Collins and Troy Jackson wrapped up their fourth and final debate in Maine on Thursday, tangling over President Trump, the high cost of fuel and the Supreme CourtOct 16, 2026 at 1:55 AM · WSJ