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Janet Mills

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Janet Trafton Mills is an American attorney and politician serving as the 75th governor of Maine since January 2019. She is the first woman to hold this office. A member of the Democratic Party, Mills previously served as Maine's Attorney General from 2009 to 2011, where she focused on consumer protection and public safety issues. Mills has been an advocate for healthcare expansion, environmental protection, and economic development throughout her political career.

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August 24, 2026

Maine has had enough of this unending trade whiplash.

Janet Mills

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  1. “Maine will continue to follow the science and the facts, and our approach to vaccines remains unchanged by yesterday’s executive order.”14 sources2026mainemorningstar.com
Aug 11, 2026

“Maine will continue to follow the science and the facts, and our approach to vaccines remains unchanged by yesterday’s executive order.”

mainemorningstar.com
Aug 11, 2026

“President Trump and Secretary Kennedy are playing politics with the lives of our nation’s children. Vaccines are safe and effective and save lives,” said Gov. Janet Mills in a statement.

mainemorningstar.com
Aug 6, 2026

Protecting MaineCare from fraud and abuse is essential to making sure that healthcare remains available for the people and families who rely on it and that taxpayer dollars are invested responsibly.

mainemorningstar.com
Jul 15, 2026

that’s not even a half measure to what should be happening to meet this moment

mainemorningstar.com
Jul 15, 2026

I believe that’s what is happening. I believe there is a level of cooperation.

mainemorningstar.com
Jul 15, 2026

We’d like to see more aggressive action on the part of Congress to protect the lives of people across this country.

mainemorningstar.com
Jul 14, 2026

“During the closing of the paper mills, the center was a place for relief and support for mill workers and today it’s a place of opportunity for all,”

mainemorningstar.com
Jul 14, 2026

I know that situations like these are alarming and frightening

cbsnews.com
Jul 14, 2026

“For nearly four decades, the Katahdin Higher Education Center has helped working families in the Katahdin region pursue a degree, earn a credential, access training and access childcare for their children as they build a better future…

mainemorningstar.com
Jul 6, 2026

The Trump administration’s legally questionable plan to spend hundreds of millions to cancel offshore wind leases in the Gulf of Maine and elsewhere is an egregious waste of taxpayer money and a shortsighted decision that will hurt our…

mainemorningstar.com
Jun 18, 2026

Rural Maine is my home, and I know firsthand that our rural communities have the people, the work ethic, and the ideas to build a stronger future.

mainemorningstar.com
Jun 18, 2026

The federal investments will help give communities across rural Maine the resources they need to create good jobs, strengthen local businesses, expand workforce housing, improve critical infrastructure, and support industries that are…

mainemorningstar.com
Jun 18, 2026

This project — which is now under contract and which has received several permits — is expected to create more than 800 construction jobs, at least 100 high-paying permanent jobs, and would contribute substantial property tax revenue to…

mainemorningstar.com
Jun 18, 2026

The governor is disappointed that the project in Jay, with all the jobs and significant tax benefits it would provide to the community, is on hold.

mainemorningstar.com
Jun 11, 2026

Students socializing together, instead of endlessly scrolling alone. Building a strong community, instead of basing their self-esteem on social media. Spending time on learning, not struggling to let go of an addictive phone.

mainemorningstar.com
Jun 7, 2026

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…

mainemorningstar.com
Jun 7, 2026

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

mainemorningstar.com
Jun 4, 2026

A moratorium is appropriate given the impacts of massive data centers in other states on the environment and on electricity rates.

mainemorningstar.com
Jun 4, 2026

I simply suspended active campaigning. I am still on the ballot.

foxnews.com
Jun 4, 2026

Everyone deserves the freedom to live authentically and marry who they love without fear. I’m proud to stand with the LGBTQ+ community, today and every day.

foxnews.com
Jun 1, 2026

People have the impression that I withdrew or dropped out, but I simply suspended active campaigning. I am still on the ballot.

dailycaller.com

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