A legislative committee endorses a panel split evenly between law enforcement and outside members.
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Trump sues in bid to block congressional subpoena of financial records
The filing further escalates a clash between Trump’s White House and Democrats in the House over congressional oversight.
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Nothing wrong with help from Russians, Trump lawyer says
Giuliani says ‘nothing wrong’ with Trump campaign taking information from Russians
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Bill seeks ‘cooling-off’ period for Maine lawmakers-turned-lobbyists
At least 22 former Maine lawmakers registered as lobbyists within months of leaving office in the past three decades.
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Testimony is divided as Maine lawmakers consider paid family and medical leave for most workers
House Speaker Sara Gideon’s bill would establish a payroll tax to support state-run insurance to cover the costs.
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Angus King says Mueller report shows ‘reckless’ judgment
Sen. Angus said Thursday there were many instances of links between the Trump campaign and individuals with Russian ties.
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Susan Collins hauls in cash for 2020 re-election campaign
With the race for the U.S. Senate in Maine more than a year off, the incumbent Republican senator has accumulated record campaign donations, even before any official announcement that she will seek another term.
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A guide to the Mueller report
A framework for understanding the complex document to be released Thursday morning.
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Mueller report lays out obstruction evidence against Trump
The document depicts a campaign that expected to ‘benefit electorally’ from information stolen and released by Russia and a president who subsequently engaged in several alarming actions.
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Lawmakers endorse revised sick leave proposal
A bill that would ensure certain employees earn paid time off in Maine is evolving in the Legislature.