Maine Democrat Troy Jackson backs Medicare-for-all and abolishing ICE
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Troy Jackson, a former Republican turned progressive, is close to winning the Democratic Senate nomination in Maine. If successful, he will challenge incumbent Senator Susan Collins.
Jackson supports “Medicare-for-all,” a proposal to create a government-run health insurance system. He also backs abolishing ICE, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency. His shift from Republican to progressive marks a sharp political turn.
The primary race is drawing national attention. Collins, a moderate Republican, has held her seat since 1997. Jackson’s platform could reshape the contest in a state known for independent voters.