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Trump, Biden fight for Florida, appeal for Tuesday turnout
Without the battleground state’s 29 electoral votes, the president’s path to victory is exceptionally difficult.
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Trump officials end gray wolf protections across most of U.S.
The move just days ahead of the election could lead to resumption of wolf hunts in Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin – key battleground states.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Nation / World, Politics
U.S. vetted stars’ politics to showcase Trump virus response
None of the celebrities agreed to participate and the campaign has been put on hold.
Posted inElection 2020, Local & State, News, Politics
Bangor business pulls out of hosting Trump campaign event after state issues warning
The Trump campaign then said the event would be moved to Orrington Calvary Chapel, which has sued Gov. Mills over her COVID-19 restrictions.
Posted inElection 2020, Nation / World, Politics
Analysis: Why Donald Trump pushes questions about Joe Biden’s son
President Donald Trump’s campaign is pushing a familiar line of attack against Democrat Joe Biden in the final days of the presidential campaign
Posted inElection 2020, Elections, Local & State, News, Politics
Guns, signs and political attire: What’s allowed and what’s not when voting in Maine?
State and federal laws regulate what’s allowed inside and outside polling places in Maine. From firearms to clothing with political messages, here’s what you can expect if you want to vote in person on Election Day.
Posted inElection 2020, Elections, Local & State, News, Politics
In final debate, Collins and Gideon spar over Supreme Court, health care, abortion
Only the two front-runners in Maine’s closely watched Senate race were invited to participate in WMTW’s debate.
Posted inElection 2020, Elections, Local & State
Maskless GOP candidate faces firestorm after Trump rally
Michelle Kaplan said she’s a firm believer in science and masks.
Posted inElection 2020, Nation / World, Politics
Biden shuns easy virus answers; Trump vows to ‘vanquish’ it
The Democratic nominee is focusing on COVID-19 in the final days of the election campaign, while the president downplays the threat during a visit to Arizona.