Polling Average
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48.4%
45.4%
Democrat
$3.7M
NOV 7, 2026
General Election
Voters choose the office holder.
Live Odds
Current prediction-market probability for the candidate, updated as market prices change.
Troy Jackson is trading at 65% to win the Maine Senate winner? on prediction markets.
Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleState Senator
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
Age58 years old (Jun 26, 1968)
GenderMale
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LocationMaine
BackgroundLogger
EducationUniversity of Maine at Fort Kent (A.A.)
Notable personal detailsTroy Dale Jackson is an American politician and logger from Allagash, Maine. A Democrat, he served in the Maine House of Representatives (2002–2008) and the Maine Senate (2008–2014; 2016–2024), including as President of the Maine Senate from 2018 to 2024. He has been active in Maine politics representing northern Aroostook County and has been a candidate in statewide and federal races.
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Political Positions
LiberalConservative
Economy & Taxes
Supports targeted tax relief for working families (doubling the Earned Income Tax Credit and strengthening child & dependent tax credits), while proposing revenue from higher-wealth sources (exploring surcharges on luxury homes and considering raising taxes on the wealthy) to pay for expanded services and affordability measures. Proposes expanding tax credits and exemptions for essentials and using state funds to invest in childcare, housing, and other programs that reduce costs for low- and middle-income Mainers.
Healthcare
Supports expanding access to care through a public option and measures to lower costs; expresses support for Medicare for All in principle but views a public option as the practical path for Maine. Prioritizes lowering prescription drug prices, protecting reproductive care, investing in rural health care, and preventing private equity takeovers of health providers.
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Immigration & Border
The candidate has expressed support for allowing immigrants to work while pursuing citizenship but has also spoken about blocking foreign labor to protect Maine workers and voiced concerns about undocumented immigrants using taxpayer resources. Public statements mix pro-worker immigration measures (work rights during naturalization) with border-protection and immigration-skeptical language.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
The candidate supports protecting and expanding abortion and reproductive health-care access in Maine, including legislation to ensure abortion decisions are made by patients and their doctors and efforts to enshrine reproductive rights in state law or the state constitution. He has publicly opposed the Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade and has cosponsored/state leadership on bills to safeguard reproductive health care and providers.
Climate & Energy
Supports expanding clean energy in Maine, including offshore wind development and investments to build local workforce and ports, while emphasizing protections for fisheries and working communities. Has co-sponsored legislation to advance offshore wind procurement and framed renewables as part of Maine’s path to energy independence and jobs.
Public Safety & Guns
Troy Jackson supports stronger gun-safety measures, including expanded tools to restrict firearm access for people in crisis (red flag laws) and other reforms such as expanded background checks and waiting periods that were advanced in Maine after the Lewiston mass shooting. He frames these policies as compatible with responsible gun ownership and Maine’s hunting traditions.
Latest News
AINews Summary
Last updatedAug 4, 2026
Troy Jackson has become the Democratic nominee for Maine’s U.S. Senate race and is now set to face Republican Sen. Susan Collins. He has launched his first TV ad and says his campaign raised $2 million shortly after the nomination, but he still faces a major fundraising gap and a tight race. Jackson has also come under scrutiny over reports about his family relationship, though the reports do not appear to have changed the race or his ballot status. Kamala Harris has endorsed him as Democrats try to flip the seat.
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Articles
PPPortland Press Herald5 days ago
Troy Jackson’s first campaign ad highlights Maine logging roots
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BNBaltimore News7 days ago
Democratic Maine Senate candidate fathered 2 sons with his second cousin: reports
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WWJLA11 days ago
Democrats reset campaign against Collins with new nominee
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NBNBC10 Boston11 days ago
Kamala Harris endorses Democrat Troy Jackson in Maine Senate race
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Latest Polls
Recent polling results and the candidate's current average in the race.
Troy Jackson currently averages 48.4%, ranking first in this race, 3.0 points ahead of the nearest opponent.
Polling average: 48.4%Position: firstMargin: +3.0 ptsLatest poll: 49.0% (Jul 27 - Aug 1)Polls included: 5
Average recalculated from polls through Jul 27 - Aug 1.
Aggregation source: FiftyPlusOne
Endorsements
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