Susan Collins and Troy Jackson tied in new poll as Jeffries praises Democrats' midterm prospects

A new CBS News poll indicates that the Maine Senate race between Republican incumbent Senator Susan Collins and Democratic challenger Troy Jackson is a dead heat, with voters split on whether to focus on state or national issues. In this Democratic-leaning state, Collins retains support from a significant portion of Democrats while also attracting voters who disapprove of President Trump. She leads slightly in her ability to secure federal funding for Maine. However, Troy Jackson gains backing from those opposing tariffs and seeking change over experience. With 10% of voters undecided, the race remains closely contested ahead of the election.