Trump Susan Collins 2026 Reelection Feud: A High-Stakes Gamble in Maine
Donald Trump intensifies his attacks on Senator Susan Collins ahead of the 2026 election. We analyze the impact on Maine's political landscape and the GOP's internal strife.
"Never be elected to office again."Donald Trump hasn't held back in his latest assault on a key member of his own party. On Thursday, January 8, 2026, the former president issued a scathing Truth Social broadside against Senator Susan Collins and four other Republicans after they sided with Democrats to curb his military authority.
Trump Susan Collins 2026 Reelection and the Battle for Maine
The conflict erupted following a Senate vote to restrict presidential powers for future military actions in Venezuela. This legislative rebuke comes as Collins navigates a treacherous reelection path in a blue-leaning state that Trump lost by 7 points in 2024. To win, Collins must balance her appeal to independents with the need to turn out a MAGA base that Trump is actively discouraging.
Democrats are sensing blood in the water. Governor Janet Mills, who is challenging Collins for the seat, dismissed the senator's vote as political theater. "Susan never does the right thing the first time—only when it serves her politically," Mills stated, signaling a fierce battle for the Senate majority in the 2026 midterms.
The Maverick's Math: Approval and History
Historical data suggests Collins has a unique ability to outperform the top of the ticket. In 2020, she secured 52% of the vote while Trump only managed 44% in Maine. However, the political climate has cooled significantly; recent polling shows Trump's approval at -19 points and Collins at -17 points underwater in the state.
Susan Collins has reached that state of nirvana... to be synonymous with her state. People might vote for her precisely because Trump is against her.
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