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Maine Democratic nominee for US Senate Troy Jackson (L) and Maine Republican incumbent Sen. Susan Collins (R). (Tom Williams/Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images via JTA)
July 29, 2026, 3:03 am
As Senate race kicks off in Maine, some Jewish voters find themselves politically adrift
Democrat Troy Jackson replaces disgraced anti-Israel candidate Graham Platner; while some blue-leaning Jews consider him a step up, his claims Israel committed genocide put many on the fence
By Grace Gilson
Troy Jackson, Democratic candidate for US Senate, speaks at the Maine Democratic Nominating Convention, July 25, 2026, in Bangor, Maine. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)
July 26, 2026, 3:35 am
Troy Jackson wins Maine Democratic Senate nomination, keeps mum on Israel, AIPAC
Senate hopeful, who previously accused Israel of ‘genocide,’ skirts issue in victory speech, and will now replace Graham Platner; anti-Israel activists rally in support outside convention hall
By Grace Gilson
Graham Platner and Troy Jackson (R), who is running to replace Platner as the Democratic nominee for the U.S. Senate, stand together during a “Fighting Oligarchy” tour stop at the Collins Center for the Arts on the University of Maine campus on May 24, 2026, in Orono, Maine. (Joe Raedle/Getty Images via JTA)
July 24, 2026, 8:57 pm
A community divided: Maine’s Jewish Democrats gear up for Platner’s replacement
Exit of populist progressive marred by sexual assault allegations has left some Jewish Democrats relieved, but positions on Israel of likely replacement Troy Jackson are seen as largely similar
By Grace Gilson
Democratic US Senate candidate Graham Platner speaks during a primary election night watch party after winning the Democratic nomination, June 9, 2026, in Blue Hill, Maine. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)
July 9, 2026, 9:50 pm
Possible Platner replacements in Maine Senate race have divergent stands on Israel
Candidates to replace the harsh Israel critic include a DSA-backed union leader, a brewery owner who says Israel has right to defend itself, and a pro-arms embargo epidemiologist
By Joseph Strauss
Democratic US Senate candidate Graham Platner speaks during a primary election night watch party after winning the Democratic nomination, June 9, 2026, in Blue Hill, Maine. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)
July 7, 2026, 8:14 pm
Top Democrats urge anti-Israel candidate accused of rape to drop out of Senate race
Graham Platner, who has covered up Nazi tattoo, denies allegation he forced himself on woman in late 2021, as Sanders, Warren call for him to withdraw from crucial Maine election
By AFP
Democratic US Senate candidate Graham Platner speaks during a primary election night watch party after winning the Democratic nomination, June 9, 2026, in Blue Hill, Maine. (AP Photo/ Robert F. Bukaty)
June 10, 2026, 2:21 am
Anti-Israel candidate who long had a Nazi tattoo wins Democratic Senate primary in Maine
Top Democrats in pickle over what extent to back Graham Platner, who has been accused of antisemitism for his claims about AIPAC control and faces allegations of misconduct toward women
By PHILISSA CRAMER
Graham Platner, Democratic candidate for US Senate, speaks to an overflow crowd outside a campaign event, June 7, 2026, in Portland, Maine. (Robert F. Bukaty/AP)
June 8, 2026, 9:18 am
Anti-Israel US Senate candidate draws support despite Nazi tattoo, allegations of abuse
Graham Platner, who is expected to win Tuesday’s Democratic primary in Maine, has called accusations of past violence against women untrue; latest claims deepen some Democrats’ concern
By Agencies and ToI Staff
US acting Attorney General Todd Blanche testifies during a Senate Committee on Appropriations subcommittee hearing to address the Trump administration's budget request for the Justice Department, on May 19, 2026, on Capitol Hill in Washington. (AP Photo/Mariam Zuhaib)
May 20, 2026, 9:35 am
US acting AG doesn’t rule out Trump payouts to Capitol rioters who assaulted police
Todd Blanche, leading US Justice Department after Pam Bondi’s firing, defends $1.8bn fund for victims of federal ‘lawfare,’ as angry Democrats invoke January 6, 2021 attack
By Dan Rosenzweig-Ziff
US Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer speaks during the Senate Democrat policy luncheon news conference at the Capitol, on May 19, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Rod Lamkey, Jr.)
May 20, 2026, 7:59 am
With GOP rebels’ help, Senate advances measure to curb Trump’s Iran war powers for 1st time
Fresh off primary loss to Trump-backed opponent, Bill Cassidy joins 3 Republicans in backing Democrat-pushed resolution forcing a vote on whether to allow continued US strikes on Iran
By Agencies
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth listens as President Donald Trump speaks before signing a proclamation in the Oval Office at the White House, in Washington, May 5, 2026. (Jacquelyn Martin/AP)
May 12, 2026, 2:27 pm
Hegseth faces new round of questioning from Congress on the Iran war and more
US secretary of defense and military chief Caine expected to outline $1.5 trillion proposed defense budget and stress need for more drones, warships, and missile defense systems
By Ben Finley
Graham Platner, a Democratic candidate for the US Senate in Maine, speaks at a town hall in Ogunquit, Maine, October 22, 2025. (AP Photo/Caleb Jones)
May 1, 2026, 1:20 am
Anti-Israel oysterman in Maine poised to become Democratic nominee for US Senate
State’s governor ends campaign after negative ads failed to derail Graham Platner despite his Nazi tattoo, history of derogatory comments online
By Andrew Lapin
US President Donald Trump waits to greet Bahrain's Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa at the White House, in Washington, July 16, 2025. (Evan Vucci/AP)
July 17, 2025, 11:27 am
Senate passes $9b in spending cuts, including Trump requests for foreign aid slashes
Some Republicans are nevertheless concerned about opaque nature of cutbacks that will reduce cash for public broadcasting and food aid programs abroad
By KEVIN FREKING and MARY CLARE JALONICK
Then-nominee for US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth flashes a thumbs-up as he leaves a Senate Armed Services Committee confirmation hearing at the Capitol in Washington, January 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
January 25, 2025, 8:18 am
US Senate confirms Trump’s defense secretary nominee Hegseth after tie-breaking vote
Vance casts deciding vote after three Republicans oppose the US Army veteran and former Fox News host accused of heavy drinking and abusing his ex-wife
By LISA MASCARO, MARY CLARE JALONICK and Farnoush Amiri
Pete Hegseth, US President-elect Donald Trump's choice to be defense secretary, poses for a photo with cabinet picks, other nominees and appointments, at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, January 18, 2025. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)
January 24, 2025, 12:10 am
US Senate advances Pete Hegseth’s nomination as Pentagon chief, despite allegations
GOP senators Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins break with their party to oppose candidacy of Fox News host, who is accused of sexual assault and alcoholism, for defense secretary
By LISA MASCARO and MARY CLARE JALONICK
Former US president Donald Trump speaks during a commit to caucus rally, Dec. 19, 2023, in Waterloo, Iowa (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
December 29, 2023, 3:52 pm
Maine bars Trump from state’s presidential primary ballot over Jan 6 ‘insurrection’
Ex-US president’s campaign team says will appeal decision; US Supreme Court set to decide if he can be barred by states under Civil War-era provision
By Nicholas Riccardi and David Sharp
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