While Collins slams the bill as ‘a vast federal takeover of state elections,’ King says American democracy is in danger as Republicans refuse to even debate it.
Sen. Angus King
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Sen. King urges Biden to open northern border to vaccinated Canadians
In a letter to the president, Angus King and seven other U.S. senators highlight the economic and emotional strains the closure has on states like Maine.
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Top Biden official meets Sen. King in Portland to talk renewable energy
U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm used the visit to highlight research into generating electricity from rivers and tidal currents.
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After Sen. King voices skepticism, Biden drops nominee for ATF chief
A spokesman for King says the independent voiced concerns about the controversial pick of David Chipman, who was a gun-safety advocate and critic of the National Rifle Association.
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Sen. King on the mend, days after announcing positive COVID-19 test
A spokesman for King said Maine’s junior senator, who is vaccinated, was feeling better and recovering after disclosing that he had tested positive on Friday.
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Sen. King tests positive for COVID-19, quarantines at home
The senator’s office said Angus King tested positive in Maine, a day after he began feeling feverish.
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Maine senators question Biden administration’s handling of Afghanistan withdrawal
U.S. Sens. Susan Collins and Angus King are seeking explanations for the chaotic collapse of the Afghan government, while U.S. Rep. Chellie Pingree defends the president’s actions.
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Sens. Collins, King laud progress on infrastructure bill
Collins was part of bipartisan group of senators that developed a plan for $550 billion in new spending that is part of the nearly $1 trillion package.
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Acadia, other national parks exploring options after being ‘loved to death’
Maine Sen. Angus King led a congressional subcommittee hearing to discuss options for addressing overcrowding at national parks.
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Maine delegation touts launch of logging industry relief program
A $200 million pandemic relief program is opening soon for U.S. logging and log-hauling businesses that have been seriously affected.