Collins to back OMB nominee Russell Vought, paving way for confirmation
Senate Appropriations Chair Susan Collins (R-Maine) told The Hill Tuesday that she plans to vote for Russell Vought, ...
Maine’s maple syrup industry could get boost from federal bills
The Making Agricultural Products Locally Essential (MAPLE) Act would add maple syrup to the list of eligible products under the Seniors Farmers Market Nutrition Program. The act would provide a new ...
Maine political leaders react to Trump's executive order to impose steep tariffs
The president's decision to impose taxes on imported goods from those three countries was considered risky, as it was ...
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A disgraceful display from Sens. Collins, Murkowski
Does Sen. Collins expect high praise for her "no" vote on Hegseth when her Supreme Court vote helped overturn Roe v. Wade?, the writer asks.
Maine delegation pushes to eliminate trade penalty for PFAS-free outdoor clothing
Because of a loophole in trade laws, water-resistant clothing made with PFAS qualifies for a 7% tariff, while non-PFAS alternatives are subject to a 27% tariff. The bill, if approved, would align the ...