Recent polling shows that Democrats have a chance to defeat Sen. Susan Collins when she faces reelection in 2026, Newsweek reported on Sunday.

This is significant as the Maine Republican’s seat is considered one of the best pickup opportunities by Democrats as they try to take control back in the Senate from the GOP, which currently holds a 53 to 47 advantage.

Although current polling indicates Collins is unpopular with Maine voters, she has in previous elections rallied to win in her state, despite push back from both Democrats and those in her own party.

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