Former Maine Senate President Troy Jackson, a Democrat from Allagash, announced Friday he is exploring a run for governor in 2026. "Since wrapping up six years as President of the Maine Senate, I've been humbled by the number of Mainers who've reached out and asked that I consider running for higher office,

Former Maine Senate President Troy Jackson announced Friday that he is forming an exploratory committee as he is considering a run for governor in 2026. Jackson is a Democrat from Allagash who recently stepped down from the Maine Senate due to term limits after serving six years as president of the chamber.

Former Democratic Senate President Troy Jackson says he's considering running for governor in 2026. Jackson was the state's Senate President from 2018 to 2024. Also read: Maine GOP, Democrats select legislative leaders for State House During his time in the legislature,