Bellows drops out as Jackson takes commanding delegate lead in race to replace Platner

By: Eesha Pendharkar

Outlets: Maine Morning Star

Published: July 19, 2026

Words: 761

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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Troy Jackson is gaining momentum in the unprecedented race to replace a U.S. Senate nominee, while one of his best-known competitors has dropped out.

Secretary of State Shenna Bellows announced on Sunday that she was ending her bid for the U.S Senate race to replace Graham Platner, who dropped out last week among sexual assault allegations.

Her announcement came ahead of the second day that county parties were meeting to elect delegates to select the …

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