With focus on fraud and ‘socialism,’ Vance returns to Maine to rally for Republican candidates

By: Kaitlyn Budion, Emma Davis

Outlets: Maine Morning Star

Published: August 24, 2026

Words: 1,226

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago

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During his second visit to Maine this year, Vice President JD Vance rallied for Maine Republicans and against “socialism” ahead of the midterm elections.

At defense manufacturer Compotech on Monday, Vance cast Republicans U.S. Sen. Susan Collins and congressional candidate Paul LePage as independent voices, aiding their efforts to distance themselves from President Donald Trump’s administration as they campaign.

But the vice president ultimately touted them both, as well as …

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