Maine Senate Race Poll Shows Close Contest Between Collins and Jackson

A Fox News statewide poll released on August 12, 2026, indicates that Maine voters have concerns about both U.S. Senate candidates. Republican incumbent Senator Susan Collins has been in office since 1997, and 55% of voters express concern about her voting record aligning with President Donald Trump. In contrast, 43% are worried about Democratic challenger Troy Jackson's ties to the democratic socialist movement. The poll shows Jackson leading Collins by 2 percentage points, 48% to 46%, which is within the margin of error. Jackson's support has increased among younger voters, while Collins maintains strong backing from conservatives and rural voters. The poll also reveals that inflation is the top issue for voters, with one-third indicating it will significantly influence their Senate vote. The survey included 1,000 Maine registered voters and has a margin of error of ±3 percentage points.