The incoming governor says she will nominate Jeanne Lambrew, who grew up in Cape Elizabeth, to head the Department of Health and Human Services.
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Poliquin ends recount but may still appeal court decision upholding ranked-choice voting
The recount process so far has failed to produce major discrepancies that would enable Republican Rep. Bruce Poliquin to overcome a 3,500-vote gap against Democratic Congressman-elect Jared Golden.
Lauren LePage takes position as lobbyist for the NRA in 3 New England states
An attorney and political adviser, the daughter of outgoing Republican Gov. Paul LePage managed Shawn Moody’s campaign for governor this year.
Near halfway point of 2nd District recount, ballots still show Golden headed for win
Secretary of State Matthew Dunlap said Thursday that there were no significant changes in the tally, which could be complete by Jan. 2, when Congress is sworn in.
ACA sign-ups in Maine appear to be down as deadline for 2019 nears
Republican moves to undercut the Affordable Care Act may be the cause, but another reason may be that more Mainers are just keeping their current plans.
National Enquirer admits burying stories about Trump affair to influence election
American Media Inc., which owns the tabloid, confesses to helping the president facilitate a hush payment to a Playboy model to keep the information from the 2016 election.
Dozens of former judges call on ICE to stop courthouse detentions
Nearly 70 former judges, both state and federal, from 23 states, sent a letter to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement saying courthouse arrests are disrupting the justice system.
President Trump’s lawyer sentenced to 3 years in prison
Prosecutors say Trump ordered Michael Cohen to commit the crimes.
Mills names the chief communicators for her new administration
Scott Ogden, spokesman for Janet Mills during her electoral campaign, will serve as communications director, and Lindsay Crete, former spokeswoman for Maine House Democrats, will be press secretary.