Troy Jackson, the former Senate President of Maine, has secured the Democratic nomination to challenge incumbent Senator Susan Collins, a Republican. The nomination was confirmed on Saturday, with state Democrats voting 566-5 in favor of Jackson, who replaces Graham Platner, who withdrew from the race earlier this month following allegations of sexual abuse. In a separate development, Houthi rebels have launched attacks on Saudi Arabia.
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Troy Jackson Secures Democratic Nomination to Challenge Susan Collins in Maine
Troy Jackson has been nominated by Maine Democrats to run against incumbent Senator Susan Collins. The nomination was confirmed with a significant majority vote. Separately, Houthi rebels have conducted attacks on Saudi Arabia.
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