Golden running for reelection in Maine, forgoing statewide bid
- Democratic Rep. Jared Golden announced on May 20, 2025, he will seek reelection to Maine's 2nd Congressional District seat from Lewiston.
- Golden decided to run again after considering a gubernatorial bid and options to best serve Maine amid speculation following his narrow 2024 reelection.
- The race is highly contested as former Republican Gov. Paul LePage announced a primary challenge, with both parties viewing the district as key for House control.
- Golden emphasized that for Democrats to regain control of the House of Representatives, winning in Maine is essential, and he committed to preventing LePage from returning to Congress.
- Golden's campaign emphasized his record defending health care and workers' rights against GOP attacks, suggesting his reelection effort aims to maintain balance in Congress.
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NEW: DCCC Frontliner Jared Golden Announces Re-Election Bid in Maine’s 2nd District [Bangor Daily News]
First reported by Bangor Daily News, Congressman Jared Golden today announced that he will seek re-election in Maine’s 2nd Congressional District. As a key member of the DCCC’s Frontline program, Golden’s reelection campaign is critical to helping Democrats win back the House majority in 2026. Golden, a Marine Corps veteran and battle-tested leader in Congress, has built a reputation for putting Mainers first—delivering real results on lowering …
Maine Dem Rep. Golden Eyes 5th Term in Trump District
He will eschew running for statewide office to instead seek a fifth term in a key battleground congressional district won by President Donald Trump three times, Rep. Jared Golden, D-Maine, announced Tuesday.
Golden running for reelection in Maine, foregoing statewide bid
Rep. Jared Golden (D-Maine) announced on Tuesday he is running for reelection in Maine’s 2nd Congressional District, opting out of a statewide campaign. “While I have considered many options for how best to continue serving the people of Maine, I have decided to run for re-election because the surest way to restore balance in Washington... The post Golden running for reelection in Maine, foregoing statewide bid appeared first on Daily Truth Rep…
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