The US Senate narrowly confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general in a 50-49 vote, with Senator Bill Cassidy casting the deciding vote after Republican opposition and intense debate over DOJ policies.
The U.S. Senate race in Maine between incumbent Republican Susan Collins and Democrat Troy Jackson hinges on securing the support of Maine women, a powerful voting bloc concerned with economic costs, reproductive rights, and working-class representation.
Sen. Susan Collins announced she will vote against Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general, citing concerns over Department of Justice independence and specific controversial actions.
美國緬因州民主黨聯邦參議員候選人普拉特納因性侵指控宣布暫停競選，為民主黨提名新候選人鋪路，挑戰共和黨參議員柯林斯。此退選事件為這場被視為期中選舉重要戰役之一的選戰增添變數。
Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner has withdrawn his candidacy in Maine following a rape allegation. Platner, a Marine veteran and political newcomer, was set to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins. His withdrawal leaves Maine Democrats scrambling to find a replacement before a July 27 deadline.
Graham Platner has suspended his Maine Senate campaign following a rape allegation reported by Politico. The accusation led to widespread withdrawal of support from Democratic allies, including prominent senators, jeopardizing Democrats' path to retaking the Senate.
Maine oysterman Graham Platner has withdrawn his bid to unseat Republican Sen. Susan Collins following a sexual assault allegation reported by Politico. Prominent Democrats, including Bernie Sanders, urged him to step aside, and the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee stated they would not invest in the race if he remained on the ballot.
Democratic leaders are calling for Graham Platner, the party's nominee for Senate in Maine, to withdraw following media reports of a sexual assault accusation from nearly five years ago. The DSCC stated it will not invest in the race if he remains on the ballot.
O presidente dos EUA, Donald Trump, criticou a decisão do Senado que o obriga a pedir autorização do Congresso para realizar novos ataques ao Irã. A resolução foi aprovada por 50 votos a 48, com quatro republicanos votando a favor.
The US Senate approved a war powers resolution 50-48, rebuking President Trump and preventing further hostilities against Iran without congressional authorization. Four Republicans joined Democrats in the vote, highlighting public discontent ahead of elections.
US Marine veteran Graham Platner won Maine's Democratic Senate primary with 75% of the vote, securing a November showdown with Republican Senator Susan Collins. Platner, a progressive with no prior political experience, faces scrutiny over a Nazi-style tattoo, past homophobic remarks, and explicit texts, while President Trump has endorsed Collins.
President Trump labeled Maine's Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner a "pig" and "thug," criticizing his past behavior and a controversial tattoo. Trump contrasted Platner with incumbent Republican Sen. Susan Collins, whom he called "a sane woman," despite their past disagreements.
Maine's Senate race pits Republican Susan Collins' focus on federal funding against Democrat Graham Platner's call for systemic change. Collins highlights her Appropriations Committee role, while Platner criticizes her support for the Trump agenda.
The US Senate has voted 50-47 to require the White House to end the military operation against Iran, marking the first time such a resolution has passed a procedural vote. Despite potential approval by the House, President Trump is expected to veto it.
Senator Susan Collins (R-Maine) faces a tough re-election bid against Democrat Graham Platner, with implications for Senate control and Trump's agenda. Collins' ability to secure federal funding for Maine is a key campaign point, but Platner critiques her votes and donations, leveraging anti-Trump sentiment.
