Susan Collins Is in Stronger Shape Than Before Her Surprise 2020 Victory
Susan Collins trailed consistently before winning Maine in 2020. New polling shows why her 2026 contest may be different.
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Sen. John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), the Senate Majority Whip, on Sunday expressed concern about the recent reporting on U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle and her finances. “Well, what we've seen in the reports is very troubling. It's concerning. And I'm sure there's going to be an investigation. I would assume the State Department would be...
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