Susan Collins: “Mr. Patel’s recent political profile undermines his ability to serve.”

Obviously, I'm disappointed in that decision, which turned abortion issues back to the states. It has not had an impact on the state of Maine.

I find this deeply troubling. Reports that women and people of color are disproportionately fired or sidelined create the impression that their service is not valued.

keeps the administration of important landmark education programs at the Department of Education — where Congress specifically put them and where they belong.

It would undermine the goal of awarding funds based on scientific merit and value, rather than political ideology.