Troy Jackson Set to Replace Platner in Maine Senate Race Against Susan Collins
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Former Maine Senate President Troy Jackson is expected to become the Democratic nominee to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins in November. Party officials say Jackson will almost certainly replace the previous candidate, Platner, who has stepped aside. Jackson, a well-known figure in state politics, now faces a tough race against Collins, a four-term incumbent. No official announcement has been made, but sources close to the campaign confirm the switch is imminent.