On ICE, tribal rights, data centers, Charles is outlier in gubernatorial field

By: Eesha Pendharkar

Outlets: Maine Morning Star

Published: October 9, 2026

Words: 1,016

Last Updated: 1 week, 2 days ago


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On a wide range of issues from immigration enforcement to tribal sovereignty, reproductive rights to data centers, Republican Bobby Charles was the clear outlier in the second gubernatorial debate Thursday evening.

Hosted by the Portland Press Herald, Maine Public and News Center Maine in front of a live audience in Bangor, the three candidates reiterated some of their stances on housing, affordability and taxes, but were also asked to weigh …

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