The second gentleman attended a discussion on abortion rights as well as a rally, saying it was his first official campaign stop since his wife became a candidate.
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Biden delivers solemn call to defend democracy as he lays out his reasons for quitting race
‘The great thing about America is here, kings and dictators do not rule,’ President Biden said. ‘The people do. History is in your hands. The power is in your hands. The idea of America – lies in your hands.’
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Trump gunman searched for information about Kennedy assassination, FBI director says
The gunman is believed to have done a Google search one week before the shooting, asking ‘How far away was Oswald from Kennedy?’
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Angus King, Chellie Pingree boycott Netanyahu’s speech to Congress
Pingree, Maine’s 1st District congresswoman, is one among the Democrats who have been critical of Israel’s invasion of Gaza. King, an independent, has consistently expressed concern about the impact of Israel’s assault on civilians.
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Maine lawmaker escapes penalty for repeatedly missing campaign finance deadlines
Officials said a ‘quirk’ in state law prevents the ethics commission from fining Rep. Richard Campbell’s political action committee.
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Republican leaders urge colleagues to steer clear of racist, sexist attacks on Harris
Republican leaders and former President Donald Trump’s campaign are scrambling to adjust to the reality of a new Democratic rival.
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Maine’s congressional delegation calls for action after Army releases reports on Lewiston shooter
Sens. Collins and King, and Reps. Pingree and Golden urge the Department of Defense to follow recommendations for improving mental and behavioral health programs for soldiers.
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Maine ethics watchdog considers penalty for lawmaker’s PAC
A Maine’s ethics commission official says Rep. Richard Campbell’s leadership PAC has a ‘unique history’ of failing to file campaign finance reports on time.
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Secret Service director steps down after Trump assassination attempt
Kimberly Cheatle says she takes ‘full responsibility for the security lapse’ that allowed a shooter to get so close to a presidential candidate at an outdoor campaign rally.
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Doug Emhoff, husband of Kamala Harris, will campaign in Maine Wednesday
Emhoff will be in southern Maine for a campaign visit focused on reproductive rights and small businesses, and will attend a fundraiser later in the day in Falmouth.