Janet Mills
Mentioned in 39 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Democratic Governor of Maine running for U.S. Senate in 2026 against incumbent Susan Collins. Known for standing up to Trump on transgender rights issues in court and criticizing ICE enforcement operations, though criticized by some progressives as a centrist accepting corporate donations. Frequently discussed in political podcasts regarding Maine's 2026 Senate race and her stance on labor and tax policy.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
America In The Morning · Jul 10, 2026
U.S. and Iran Exchange Fire, Alleged Charlie Kirk Assassin in Court, U.S. Olympian Pleads Not Guilty
“Suspended campaign in late April; unclear if interested in running again to replace Plattner”
The Megyn Kelly Show · Jun 12, 2026
Trump Picks New DNI After Pulte Backlash, Dem Party Platner Panic, UFC WH Preview: AM Update 6/12
“Maine Governor who dropped out of Senate race in April, clearing path for Plattner primary victory”
The NPR Politics Podcast · Jun 11, 2026
Primary voters reject the establishment and choose populism
“Outgoing Maine governor with establishment backing, lost primary to populist candidate Graham Platner”
The Chris Plante Show · Jun 11, 2026
6-11-26 Hour 2 - Democrats are done taking the High Road
“Maine Governor mentioned in context of Platner Senate race discussion”
The Glenn Beck Program · Jun 10, 2026
Beheading in Belfast: Is the UK on the Brink of Civil War? | 6/10/26
“Democratic governor who withdrew from Senate race after losing primary to Platner; received 20% of vote”
The Glenn Beck Program · Jun 10, 2026
Best of the Program | 6/10/26
“Democratic primary candidate who withdrew before primary voting after losing to Plattner”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · Jun 10, 2026
6/10/26: US Strikes Iran, Inflation Rises As Tech Stocks Fall, Platner Wins In Maine
“Sitting Maine governor lost primary to Platner with 20% despite suspending campaign; represents establishment opposition”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · Jun 9, 2026
6/9/26: Trump Booed At Knicks Game, Sports Gambling Scandal, Chris Rabb On Platner Controversy
“Maine governor suspended campaign against Jared Golden; criticized for opposing tax hikes on wealthy”
The Daily · Jun 9, 2026
Maine Votes as Graham Platner’s Past Poses New Conundrums
“Two-term Maine governor and establishment Democratic candidate who dropped out of primary race after trailing Platner”
The Find Out Podcast · Jun 9, 2026
Trump Had A Huge Meltdown On Meet The Press & It Was So Good!
“Suspended Maine Senate campaign before primary; endorsed by some but campaign ended before Platner scandal broke”
The NPR Politics Podcast · Jun 8, 2026
Will the controversy surrounding Platner deter primary voters?
“Maine governor who entered Democratic primary in October but suspended campaign in April; remains on ballot”
Pod Save America · May 17, 2026
Which Democrats Have What It Takes to Win the White House?
“Analyzed as establishment candidate defeated in Maine primary by Jared Golden; case study in anti-establishment sentiment”
The Daily · May 16, 2026
Graham Platner’s Plan to Dethrone Susan Collins — and the Democratic Establishment
“Maine Governor recruited by Schumer to run against Platner in Democratic primary; dropped out before primary”
The Focus Group Podcast · May 6, 2026
S6 Ep39: Chuck Schumer’s Candidate Got Humiliated in Maine
“Chuck Schumer's handpicked Senate candidate who dropped out of Maine Democratic primary due to voter concerns”
The Next Level · May 5, 2026
1078: This is The Stupidest War You Can Possibly Imagine
“Withdrew from Maine Senate race, clearing path for Plattner nomination”
Pod Save America · May 3, 2026
Bernie vs. the Robots
“Maine governor who suspended 2024 campaign, clearing path for Graham Platner as Democratic nominee”
Pod Save America · May 1, 2026
Did Trump's Supreme Court Rig the Midterms?
“Dropped Maine Senate race citing lack of funds, clearing path for anti-establishment candidate Jared Golden”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · Apr 30, 2026
As the War Nears Its Legal Limit, Trump Pushes Presidential Power Further
“Dropped out of Maine Senate race citing inability to raise funds despite Schumer recruitment”
Democracy Now! Audio · Apr 22, 2026
Democracy Now! 2026-04-22 Wednesday
“Has until April 25 to sign or veto Maine's data center moratorium bill; running for U.S. Senate”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Apr 21, 2026
VDH on Iran, Xi Summit, Clarence Thomas vs. Progressivism & the Left’s Double Standards
“Criticized for filing to return taxpayer dollars to fraudsters during Trump fraud crackdown”
Political Gabfest · Apr 2, 2026
"Subject to the Jurisdiction Thereof"
“Democratic primary candidate against Graham Platner; faces age concerns but strong with older women voters”
Pod Save America · Mar 22, 2026
Trump’s Wartime Messaging Disaster (feat. Jen Psaki)
“Incumbent Maine governor running against Platner in Democratic Senate primary”
Pod Save America · Mar 3, 2026
1129: Why Democrats Must Oppose Trump's Iran War
“Maine Governor; Gallego argues she cannot win Senate race against Collins due to age and lack of authenticity with voters”
Pod Save America · Mar 1, 2026
1128: Graham Platner Isn't Backing Down
“Maine Governor and Platner's primary opponent; criticized for vetoing pro-labor and tax-on-wealthy legislation”
IHIP News · Feb 26, 2026
Trump Majorly F**ked After FBI Leaks The Evidence and MAGA Losing Major Elections
“Maine Governor endorsed by Chuck Schumer, criticized as 80-year-old corporate Democrat taking corporate money”
IHIP News · Feb 25, 2026
Gavin Newsom Collapses in Career-Ending Interview and Bashes LGBTQ+ Constituents
“Maine Governor endorsed by Chuck Schumer; centrist Democrat polling at 26% vs Plattner's 64% in Democratic primary”
DSR's Words Matter · Feb 20, 2026
Special Edition: Why the SCOTUS Tariff Decision May Lead to More Abuses of Power by Trump
“Maine governor; expected to become next senator, replacing Susan Collins”
Pod Save America · Feb 6, 2026
1117: Trump Threatens to Steal the Midterms
“Maine Governor running for Senate, interviewed about ICE operations and campaign”
The Find Out Podcast · Feb 5, 2026
Can Democrats Unite To Beat Republicans in November?
“Maine Governor; stood up to Trump on trans issues in court and won; targeted by ICE enforcement as political retaliation”
NPR News Now · Jan 29, 2026
NPR News: 01-29-2026 6PM EST
“Maine Democratic governor criticizing ICE surge operations impact on communities”
The Find Out Podcast · Jan 29, 2026
What To Do If Confronted By ICE
“Maine Governor; stood up to federal administration on policy issues”
The Matt Walsh Show · Jan 28, 2026
Ep. 1724 - The Somali Fraud In Minnesota Is Just The Tip Of The Iceberg. This State Is Even WORSE.
“Maine Governor who announced plan to bring 75,000 'new Americans' to Maine by 2029 and expanded welfare to asylum seekers”
The Shawn Ryan Show · Jan 22, 2026
#273 Steve Robinson - How Somali Criminal Networks Are Stealing Millions of Dollars
“Maine Governor; administration swept Medicaid fraud audits under rug; awarded $400K to Gateway despite fraud allegations; refused to rebid transportation contract”
Sane(ish) with Jo Carducci · Jan 19, 2026
Will There Be A Blue Wave in 2026? Here’s How We Can Ensure It Happens
“Popular Democratic Governor of Maine running for U.S. Senate against Susan Collins in 2026”
The New Yorker Radio Hour · Dec 19, 2025
Graham Platner Is Staying in the Race
“Maine Governor, 77, centrist Democrat running in Democratic primary against Platner for Senate nomination”
The Find Out Podcast · Dec 18, 2025
Can Janet Mills Beat Susan Collins?
“Maine Governor running for U.S. Senate against Susan Collins; expanded Medicaid to 100,000 people and championed bipartisan healthcare legislation”
The Tucker Carlson Show · Dec 18, 2025
Tucker Carlson on the Somali Invasion and the Self-Loathing Ideology Destroying America
“Governor of Maine; administration gave no-bid contracts to Gateway Community Services despite fraud allegations”
The Find Out Podcast · Dec 16, 2025
There Is Something Seriously Wrong With Donald Trump
“Scheduled guest for Thursday episode; known for participating in ski shot activities”
Lovett or Leave It · Oct 25, 2025
Sauvignon Blanc Nationalist
“Maine governor and sitting senator facing primary challenge from Graham Plattner”