Susan Collins

Democrats accuse Susan Collins of corruption after bombshell ‘pay-to-play’ report

Republican senator calls bribery allegation ‘categorically false’ as ProPublica reports Trump derailed FBI inquiry Democrats in Maine on Wednesday accused Republican senator Susan Collins of corruption after a major media outlet reported that the FBI had proposed investigating her for allegedly accepting bribes – before Donald Trump derailed the inquiry. The article from the investigative newsroom ProPublica rocked the race for Collins’s Senate seat, which is crucial to Democrats’ hopes of winning control of the chamber in the 3 November midterm election. The outlet reported that in the run-up to Collins’s successful bid for a fifth term in 2020, the head of her Super Pac had solicited a campaign donation from contracting firm Navatek, which demanded assurances of business from the government in return. Continue reading...

The Guardian•Chris Stein2h ago

• critical toward Susan Collins · 90%

Collins rips report on pay-for-play allegations: ‘Partisan hit job’

Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) ripped a recent report about an FBI inquiry into an alleged pay-to-play scheme as a “partisan hit job” and “offensive.” “I do not understand how anyone would take the word of a felon who’s been convicted twice — twice —  two separate cases of five counts of money laundering, counts of…

The Hill•Caroline Vakil3h ago

• neutral toward Collins · 97%

Collins: White House backing down from NIH grant order

The White House is backing down from a plan to issue an executive order that would give the White House control over scientific grants from the National Institutes of Health, Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) said.  Collins, chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, has been pressuring the White House Office of Management and Budget all week…

The Hill•Nathaniel Weixel4h ago

• neutral toward Collins · 98%

Fed's Collins warns inflation could be 'notably' higher after backing rate hike

There is "an increased likelihood" of inflation staying "notably" above the Federal Reserve's 2% target, Boston Federal Reserve President Susan Collins said.

CNBC16h ago

• neutral toward Collins · 96%

Collins urges White House not to move forward with NIH grant proposal

Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Susan Collins (R-Maine) on Tuesday urged Trump administration officials to not proceed with an executive order that would give the White House political control over scientific grants at the National Institutes of Health.  In a letter to Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought and National Institutes of Health Director…

The Hill•Nathaniel Weixel22 Sept

• neutral toward White House · 98%

FBI was looking at key Republican senator in bribery probe — then Trump took office

Susan Collins’ office denies new details of allegations made by CEO as he tried to reduce prison sentence

The Independent•John Bowden22 Sept

• neutral toward Federal Bureau of Investigation · 95%

F.B.I. Shut Down Inquiry Into Top Ally of Senator Susan Collins

The inquiry was closed last year because senior bureau officials questioned the veracity of a campaign donor’s account, according to current and former officials.

The New York Times•Glenn Thrush, Alan Feuer and Devlin Barrett22 Sept

• neutral toward Susan Collins · 97%

Senator Susan Collins Was Under Investigation By FBI for Bribery

Senator Susan Collins was the target of a bribery investigation before President Donald Trump basically derailed the probe, according to a new report ... but her team is calling BS. ProPublica dove into the alleged sordid affair in a new exposé…

TMZ•TMZ Staff22 Sept

• critical toward Susan Collins · 82%

Collins opponent says ‘jig is up’ after ProPublica report; her aide calls it ‘categorically false’

Maine Democratic Senate nominee Troy Jackson criticized his opponent, Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine), saying “the jig is up,” following a ProPublica corruption report into the senator which her aide calls “categorically false.”  “This is corruption of the highest order. Susan Collins delivered millions in taxpayer dollars for a corrupt donor bankrolling her campaign, and then…

The Hill•Mira Bhakta22 Sept

• neutral toward ProPublica · 96%

Collins, Murray speak out against reported Trump push to ‘politicize grantmaking’

Sens. Susan Collins (R-Maine) and Patty Murray (D-Wash.), leaders of the Senate Appropriations Committee, spoke out on Monday against the White House’s reported plans to give political appointees more control over the National Institute of Health’s (NIH) grantmaking process. Multiple outlets reported over the weekend that the White House is planning to impose more political…

The Hill•Joseph Choi21 Sept

• neutral toward Collins · 96%

Susan Collins confirms anti-abortion judge ahead of tight Senate race

Collins' vote may polarize voters, potentially impacting her re-election bid by swaying moderates and undecideds in a tight Senate race.

CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez21 Sept

• neutral toward Susan Collins · 78%

Troy Jackson, a Progressive Brawler, Tries to Flip a Senate Seat in Maine

Mr. Jackson landed in the race unexpectedly. Democrats are hoping he can unseat Susan Collins, a Republican, in their bid to retake the Senate.

The New York Times•Beth Reinhard20 Sept

Susan Collins endorses GOP governor nominee Bobby Charles in Maine race

Collins's endorsement may shift voter dynamics, affecting moderate support and potentially altering Maine's political landscape and future races.

CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez16 Sept

• neutral toward Republican Party · 94%

Manchin endorses Collins in Maine Senate race

Former Sen. Joe Manchin (W.Va.), a prominent centrist who left the Democratic Party at the end of his Senate career, has endorsed Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine), praising her as the “soul of the Senate.” Manchin gave his nod to Collins over Troy Jackson, her progressive challenger who supports Medicare for All and dismantling Immigration and…

The Hill•Alexander Bolton14 Sept

Collins: Trump’s proposed $5K dividend ‘extraordinarily costly’

Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) said President Trump’s proposal to give $5,000 to every American adult if Republicans win the midterm elections “would be extraordinarily costly” and questioned providing it to everyone regardless of financial need. “From the few details we have, it seems that the proposed $5,000 dividend would not have an income cap and…

The Hill•Alexander Bolton11 Sept

While Trump Goes Big in Dallas, Collins Goes Small in Maine to Save Her Seat

Senator Susan Collins, the only Republican seeking re-election in a state President Trump lost, steered clear of his convention as she distances herself from him and his record.

The New York Times•Michael Gold10 Sept

Musk’s PAC injects $150K into Maine Senate race to back Susan Collins

Musk's PAC funding may boost Collins' campaign, but high Democratic win odds suggest limited impact on Senate control dynamics.

CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez3 Sept

Susan Collins on Trump, tariffs and the state of her senate race over Maine lobsters

Susan Collins on Trump, tariffs and the state of her senate race over Maine lobsters lead image

POLITICO2 Sept

Susan Collins faces criticism over Trump alignment, fundraising in 2026 Senate race

Collins' alignment with Trump and past decisions may sway moderate voters, impacting her re-election chances in a competitive Senate race.

CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez24 Aug

Graham Platner exits Maine Senate race amid assault allegations

The Democratic Party's nominee replacement could shift election dynamics, potentially increasing their chances against incumbent Susan Collins.

CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez14 Jul