By Lauren McCauley | Editor
“I'll be the first to welcome Laurel Libby as having to be represented by a Democrat now.” - Maine House Speaker Ryan Fecteau, celebrating Democratic legislative victories Tuesday night, including in the Auburn district previously held by outgoing Republican Laurel Libby.
Former Republican Gov. Paul LePage declared victory in Maine’s 2nd Congressional District election, Wednesday Nov. 4 in Bangor. The Associated Press has not yet called the race, and it’s not yet clear if it will go to a ranked-choice runoff. (Photo by Kaitlyn Budion/Maine Morning Star)
ELECTION 2026
By Kaitlyn Budion
Republican Paul LePage declared victory in the election for Maine’s 2nd Congressional District on Wednesday afternoon, though outlets had not yet called the race.
ELECTION 2026
By Eesha Pendharkar
Democrats will retain their trifecta of control in Augusta for another term following victories in several legislative districts previously held by Republicans.
ELECTION 2026
By Eesha Pendharkar
Fueled by little sleep, almost enough coffee and dozens of supporters touting “Governor-elect Hannah Pingree” signs, the second woman to serve as Maine’s chief executive celebrated her victory in Portland on Wednesday morning.
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