Republican Senator Susan Collins of Maine distanced herself from former President Donald Trump during a televised debate with Democratic challenger Troy Jackson on October 6, 2026. Collins aimed to present herself as an independent voice in a state that has voted against Trump in the past three elections. She stated that she is not Trump's 'favorite senator' and noted that she voted with President Joe Biden more than 90% of the time during his presidency. Collins also highlighted her record of voting against her party more than any other senator.
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Susan Collins Distances Herself from Trump in Maine Senate Debate
In a recent debate, Senator Susan Collins of Maine distanced herself from Donald Trump, emphasizing her independence and bipartisan voting record. She stated that she has voted with President Biden over 90% of the time and has opposed her party more than any other senator.
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