Former Maine Governor Paul LePage (R) will compete against state auditor Matthew Dunlap (D) in the upcoming election for an open House seat. This race follows Representative Jared Golden's (D-Maine) decision not to seek reelection, which has created an opportunity for the Republican Party in the midterm elections, according to Decision Desk HQ.
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Paul LePage to Compete Against Matthew Dunlap for Open House Seat in Maine
Paul LePage, the former Governor of Maine, will face Matthew Dunlap, the state auditor, in the race for an open House seat. This election follows the announcement by Representative Jared Golden that he will not seek reelection.
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November fight set for Golden’s vulnerable House seat in Maine
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Paul LePage to Compete Against Matthew Dunlap for Open House Seat in Maine