Latest / Dayton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Maine Candidate’s Family Ties Spark Debate | Dayton News
Maine Senate candidate Troy Jackson is facing a firestorm after reports surfaced that he and his long-term partner, Lana Pelletier, may be second cousins — sharing the same great-grandparents. His campaign blames opponent Senator Susan Collins for launching a personal attack to distract from her record, calling it low and desperate. Legally, Maine doesn’t prohibit second-cousin relationships, but the controversy has reignited questions about Jackson’s public statements — including when he called Pelletier “wife” — now corrected to “partner.” The couple remains unmarried. With Election Day…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.