She was a co-sponsor and key proponent behind the paid family leave bill that became law and begins going into effect in 2025.
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President-elect Trump names Susie Wiles as chief of staff, first woman in the post
On the campaign, Wiles was able to do what few others have been able to: help control Trump’s impulses — not by chiding or lecturing, but by earning his respect and showing him he was better off when he followed her advice.
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Big Election Day turnout created challenges, but few problems
Despite some polling place lines and counting delays, election officials say it was a smooth election overall.
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Pentagon chief presses military to carry out smooth transition and obey all lawful orders
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Austin reminded all members of the military that they swore an oath to support and defend the Constitution – ‘and that is precisely what you will continue to do.’
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Sanford lawmaker accused of domestic violence tied with opponent in reelection bid
Election officials discovered a ‘human error’ in Sanford’s election results. Once corrected, the unofficial tallies show that Rep. Lucas Lanigan is tied with Democratic challenger Patricia Kidder.
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In red town of Oxford, Trump supporters celebrate
Donald Trump defeated Kamala Harris 66% to 33% in the 2nd District town of Oxford, where voters said they supported the former president for his policies on immigration and the economy.
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80% of Portland voters didn’t want Trump. Now many are scared, grieving and disgusted
The heavily Democratic city overwhelmingly supported Vice President Kamala Harris in the presidential election, a stark difference from the national picture and elsewhere in Maine. On Wednesday, many Portlanders felt a sense of grief for the country.
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Harris allies blaming Biden for resounding loss to Trump
The president is set to deliver a Rose Garden address at 11 a.m. Thursday about the election.
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Trump’s return to White House sets stage for far-reaching immigration crackdown
An APVoteCast survey shows the president-elect’s supporters largely focused on immigration and inflation – issues the Republican has hammered throughout his campaign.
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Southern Maine voters give mixed response to school bond projects
No community passed or failed all of the bonds on their ballots. Cape Elizabeth, Gray-New Gloucester and South Portland all rejected major school construction bonds while supporting smaller ones, yet Gorham approved a large renovation and rejected a tennis court project.