Veteran Oyster Farmer Challenges Senator Susan Collins in Maine

On Tuesday, Democrat Graham Platner, a U.S. military veteran and oyster farmer, launched his bid to unseat Republican U.S. Senator Susan Collins in Maine. As the Democrat party gears up for the midterm elections, Platner hopes to bring changes to a state he feels has grown increasingly unlivable for the working class.

In his campaign, Platner targets figures he believes are detrimental to the middle class, including billionaires and politicians. He specifically calls out Collins, accusing her of feigned moderation. Meanwhile, the Democrats are strategizing to secure a majority in the Senate, eyeing seats in Maine and North Carolina as potential wins.

Collins, known for her centrist stance, has occasionally crossed party lines on key issues, such as voting against a major tax-cut bill during Trump's presidency. She boasts a robust campaign fund for her reelection efforts. As Democrats place their hopes on changing the political landscape, Maine remains a strategic battleground.

(With inputs from agencies.)