Libby is one of nine candidates so far who have filed campaign finance paperwork with the state in the 2026 gubernatorial election.

The Maine House of Representatives advanced a bill to withdraw from a multi-state compact that could eventually require Maine to award its four electoral college votes for president to the winner of the national popular vote.

State Sen. James Libby of Standish and David Jones, a Falmouth real estate broker, announced this week that they're seeking the Republican nomination for the 2026 gubernatorial election.

Rep. Jared Golden (D-Maine) announced on Tuesday he is running for reelection in Maine’s 2nd Congressional District, opting out of a statewide campaign. “While I have considered many options for how best to continue serving the people of Maine,

Congressman Jared Golden announced on Tuesday his campaign for re-election to Maine’s 2nd Congressional District.

Mary-Anne Szeniawski won the York Selectboard election, defeating Wayne Martin and Megan C. Gean-Gendron. York voters approved the town and school budgets, along with funding for various projects including science lab upgrades and seawall repairs.

Golden's announcement ends speculation that he might run for governor or the U.S. Senate. But the prospects of a primary challenge remain.