No other Republicans are stepping forward as former two-term Gov. Paul Lepage lobs shots at Democratic incumbent Janet Mills.
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Bounced from committees, Georgia lawmaker says she’s ‘freed’ to push Republicans further right
Asked how she sees her role, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene says she plans to ‘vote very conservative’ and use her influence to cement Donald Trump’s imprint on the GOP.
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Maine lawmaker proposes more flexible review of cannabis-related advertising
The bill from Rep. Colleen Madigan, D-Waterville, would strengthen the appeal process for businesses found in violation of marijuana marketing rules, including rules meant to prevent targeting ads to minors.
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Trump rejects House Democrats’ request that he testify under oath in Senate impeachment trial
The Senate impeachment trial begins on Feb. 9.
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Despite denouncing QAnon months ago, House Minority Leader now claims ignorance
McCarthy’s comment set off immediate backlash, with critics pointing out that the minority leader has addressed QAnon before in TV interviews and at news conferences.
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Romney unveils plan to provide $3,000 per child, giving bipartisan support to President Biden’s effort
The emergence of Romney’s child benefits plan could give the White House an opportunity to incorporate policies with bipartisan support into its relief package.
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House vote clears partisan path for Biden’s $1.9 trillion virus relief bill
The president has courted Senate Republicans, and repeatedly expressed a desire to get their support.
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House Republicans face difficult vote on conspiracy theorist Greene
They vote to support Rep. Liz Cheney, who backed the impeachment of Donald Trump, and say they’ll resist Democrats’ push to remove Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, who has embraced racist views and bizarre conspiracy theories, from her committee posts.
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Dozens in hearing back bill to gauge racial impacts in all state legislation
House Assistant Majority Leader Rachel Talbot Ross says the measure is an important step toward eliminating systemic racism in Maine.
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Divided House Republicans face decisions on Reps. Greene, Cheney
Reps. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Liz Cheney have antagonized opposing wings of the GOP as the party struggles to define itself.