Jordan Wood, a Maine Democrat, is dropping out of the Senate race to run for the newly vacant 2nd congressional district seat instead. Wood cited the high stakes of maintaining Democratic control in the battleground seat as the reason for his decision.
Wood’s primary opponent, Gov. Janet Mills, faced pressure from Republicans after Rep. Jared Golden’s sudden retirement from Congress. However, Wood believes that Democrats are poised to maintain their control and is confident about their chances.
Wood has a strong fundraising background, having raised over $3 million since launching his Senate campaign in April. He will bring this financial muscle to the 2nd congressional district race, where Republicans have been eager to regain control.
Other potential candidates, including former state auditor Matt Dunlap and gubernatorial candidate Troy Jackson, are considering entering the fray. Wood’s entrance into the race may not be a decisive blow to the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) search for a candidate.
Key points:
* Jordan Wood is dropping out of the Senate race to run for the 2nd congressional district seat.
* Wood believes that Democrats are poised to maintain their control in the battleground seat.
* Wood has a strong fundraising background, with over $3 million raised since his Senate campaign began.
* Other potential candidates, including Matt Dunlap and Troy Jackson, may enter the race.
Source: https://www.politico.com/live-updates/2025/11/12/congress/house-epstein-vote-gop-defections-00649624