Maine Governor Suspends Senate Campaign Due to Lack of Funds

Maine Governor Janet Mills withdrew her campaign to represent the state in the U.S. Senate. Mills was the establishment Democratic favorite to replace Senator Susan Collins, a Republican who has held the seat since 1997. She cited a lack of campaign funds as the reason for her exit. Mills stated that she had the drive, passion, commitment, and experience, but lacked the financial resources required to continue. Her decision comes as she trailed behind progressive candidate Graham Platner in polls.