Susan M. Collins

I have carefully reviewed Todd Blanche’s qualifications to be Attorney General. This includes his record and responses to questions from Senators at the Department of Justice Appropriations hearing...

I am pleased that this bipartisan agreement prevents the Office of Management and Budget (OMB)’s proposed rule regarding federal financial assistance from taking effect. I advocated for significant...

Arleigh Burke-class destroyers form the backbone of the Navy’s surface fleet, and the men and women of Bath Iron Works make “Bath Built is Best Built” not just a slogan, but a way of life. Since 20...

It was a privilege to join thousands of shipbuilders, Navy leaders and personnel, local residents, and supporters at Bath Iron Works today for the christening of the future USS William Charette (DD...

Today, the Senate HELP Committee voted to advance bipartisan legislation I introduced with Senators Tim Kaine and Lisa Murkowski to prevent the Department of Education from transferring critical of...

Yesterday, world leaders, loved ones, friends, and colleagues gathered to celebrate the extraordinary life of Senator Lindsey Graham. Lindsey was a skilled legislator, a strong leader, and undoubte...

It is welcome news that following our recent outreach, the State Department has committed to contributing the full $600 million for GAVI, the Vaccine Alliance. I have worked to ensure that the Depa...

Since 1934, Casco Days has brought Mainers from the Lakes Region together to raise money for local causes, and I am grateful to the many volunteers whose time and dedication make this celebration p...

According to the American Diabetes Association, nearly 40 percent of people with diabetes have rationed or skipped insulin doses due to the cost. No one should be forced to go without the treatment...

The United States military is one of the greatest meritocracies in the free world; we need to make sure that it stays that way. Today, I pressed Secretary Hegseth on the alarming number of senior ...

For nearly eight decades, the Maine Potato Blossom Festival has brought people together from across The County to celebrate our proud agricultural heritage. As a native of Aroostook County, where m...

In addition to calling on the DHS Inspector General to conduct an independent investigation of this week’s fatal shooting in Biddeford involving ICE personnel, @SenAngusKing and I are calling on th...

Today, I joined my colleagues in the Maine delegation – @SenAngusKing, @chelliepingree, and @RepGolden – in calling for a comprehensive, transparent, and expedited investigation into the fatal shoo...

I spoke with DHS Secretary Mullin last night and urged him to cease all non-urgent vehicle stops in the wake of yesterday’s deadly Biddeford shooting. I am encouraged that the Department has agreed...

While the investigation of the Biddeford shooting is not yet complete, it raises sufficient critical questions that I spoke with DHS Secretary Mullin last night and urged him to cease all non-urgen...

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Markwayne Mullin has informed me that the Boston office of the DHS Inspector General has taken over the investigation of the Biddeford shooting i...

The shooting in Biddeford requires a full and impartial investigation of what happened. It is my understanding that the Biddeford police have secured the site and that the FBI is investigating.

I am shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of my good friend and valued colleague Lindsey Graham. His legislative skills and ever-present wit will be sorely missed by those of us fortunate e...

For more than four decades, the Moxie Festival has drawn people from near and far to Lisbon for a celebration that is truly one of a kind and uniquely Maine. It was a pleasure to walk in the annua...

Congratulations to Clinton Police Department Chief Stanley “Rusty” Bell on his retirement following 47 years of exemplary service to his community. It was an honor to have the opportunity to reco...