Pulte is the major stumbling block for people like myself and Mark Warner, who are generally supportive because of the importance of the program.

Fortunately, the people of Maine are smart, and they know lies and distortions when they see it.

I know how important they are.

Obviously, I'm going to be contrasting my record of achievement and accomplishments with Graham Platner's approach.

I just recently made sure the final tranche of money was released because there is a lot of need in the state of Maine, and the cost of living is high here.

I have been the No. 1 target of Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer, not only in this campaign, but the last two campaigns as well. I'm always his No. 1 target.

I believe that will be the conclusion of Maine voters. But, obviously, I don't take anything for granted.

The allegations in the latest story are troubling. And I believe that Graham Platner has a lot of questions to answer.

It has been 92 years since a Maine senator was chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, the most powerful committee in the Senate.

When I took over last year I realized I had a once in a century opportunity to help the state of Maine and pursue national priorities as well.

Mr. Tierney, I'm worried about sort of counter currents going on here. One is whistleblower protection, which you've talked about, and, investigating claims and protecting whistleblowers. And, you know, at the same time, last year, it was…

I would hope as the legal counsel in this situation that you would inform whoever's setting up these NDAs that that language must be in there, that says this does not include whistleblower complaints and the protections are left intact…

I have known Hannah for many years, and I can say without a doubt that she is a leader of courage, integrity, strength, compassion, and action — someone who is unafraid to fight for what is right and who will deliver for Maine people day…

It’s a privilege to help preserve his story in the Library of Congress.

Hannah Pingree has what it takes to stand up to Donald Trump and win.

"Veterans and military families should not see the value of their earned benefits undercut by rising costs," said Senator King.

"This bipartisan legislation helps ensure that disability compensation and survivor benefits keep pace with inflation and continue to provide stability for the men and women who served our country and the families who stand beside them,"

So, another way to look at it in perspective is that number represents 3/10 of 1% of the proposed increase in the defense budget this year to $1.5 trillion.