AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMaine Politics: Secretary of State Shenna Bellows has withdrawn from the Democratic U.S. Senate race, urging Democrats to unite quickly to defeat Sen. Susan Collins; the move follows Graham Platner’s earlier exit and leaves delegates racing to pick a replacement nominee by July 25. Delegate Math: Former Senate President Troy Jackson is surging after dominating county caucuses, winning the vast majority of delegates already chosen and moving within striking distance of clinching the nomination. ICE Oversight in Maine: After deadly ICE traffic-stop shootings in Maine and Texas, border czar Tom Homan says ICE will require body cameras for vehicle stops, with cameras purchased and a nationwide rollout underway. Local Impact: Maine DOT warns of lane shifts and possible delays in Augusta as crews work on Bangor Road drainage and utility work starting next week. Community & Culture: The 36th Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl in Lewiston ended with the West beating the East 28-26, raising a record amount for Shriners Hospitals.
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