Headlines: Democrats Likely to Retain Control of Maine Legislature

 

Portland Press Herald:

Despite losing a handful of seats to Republicans, Maine Democrats appeared poised to keep control of state government, maintaining their majorities in the state Senate and House of Representatives for Gov. Janet Mills’ final two years in office. Several races in each chamber remained too close to call Wednesday afternoon, and Republicans said they believe enough races remain in play--including expected recounts-- that they still have a chance to take control of the House of Representatives.