Maine’s senior senator defends her vote for Kavanaugh in an interview.
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Collins’ vote for Kavanaugh sparks interest from potential Democratic challengers
Maine House Speaker Sara Gideon and former 2nd District candidate Emily Cain both say they will seriously consider a run, even as former Obama aide Susan Rice backs off a hint she dropped on Twitter.
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First lady talks about the president, Twitter while in Africa
Melania Trump wraps up a four-country tour with a visit to the pyramids and the Great Sphinx in Egypt.
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How Maine’s members of Congress voted
The Senate also passed a resolution that the 85th anniversary of the Ukrainian Famine of 1932-1933 should serve as a reminder of repressive Soviet policies against the people of Ukraine.
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Kavanaugh sworn to high court after rancorous confirmation
The 50-48 vote was the closest roll call to confirm a justice since 1881.
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Susan Rice creates a stir with tweet about possibly challenging Susan Collins
The former Obama national security advisor with ties to Maine responded to a call for Democratic candidates to challenge Sen. Susan Collins.
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On Kavanaugh, Murkowski again breaks ranks with GOP
She may now face a primary challenge from former vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin.
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President lashes out at women protesting against Kavanaugh
He labels them ‘rude elevator screamers.’
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Analysis: With Brett Kavanaugh, Supreme Court will begin a right-leaning era
Kavanaugh will almost surely create a significantly more conservative majority as it considers a range of significant issues that affect everyday life.
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Outside groups pour over $4 million into Maine governor’s race
Almost three-quarters of the money is from Democratic sources, according to campaign finance reports.