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Janet Mills

Mentioned in 19 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.

Episode Appearances

Political Gabfest

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

Birthright Citizenship Constitutional Challenge14th Amendment Jurisdiction Clause InterpretationIran War Economic Impact and Oil Prices
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Pod Save America

Pod Save America · Mar 22, 2026

Trump’s Wartime Messaging Disaster (feat. Jen Psaki)

Incumbent Maine governor running against Platner in Democratic Senate primary

Iran War Messaging StrategyTrump Administration Communications FailuresDemocratic Primary Dynamics 2026
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Pod Save America

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

Iran Military Strikes and Regional EscalationCongressional War Powers and AUMF AuthorizationU.S.-Israel Foreign Policy Alignment
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Pod Save America

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

Economic Populism and Anti-Oligarchy PoliticsLabor Union Organizing and Worker PowerSingle-Payer Healthcare and Medicare for All
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IHIP News

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

Epstein Files Suppression and Trump AdministrationDemocratic Party Establishment AccountabilityProgressive Primary Challenges 2024-2026
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IHIP News

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

Democratic Party Strategy and Centrist vs Progressive DivideLGBTQ+ Rights and Political CompromiseBillionaire Taxation Policy
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DSR's Words Matter

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

Supreme Court Tariff Decision and Presidential Power LimitsSAVE Act Voter Suppression MechanismsPoll Tax Constitutional Violations
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Pod Save America

Pod Save America · Feb 6, 2026

1117: Trump Threatens to Steal the Midterms

Maine Governor running for Senate, interviewed about ICE operations and campaign

Election interference and federalizationICE operations and mass deportationCongressional funding negotiations
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The Find Out Podcast

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

Democratic Coalition-Building Strategy for 2028Texas Democratic Primary: Crockett vs. Tallarico Race DynamicsTrump Administration Tariff Policy and Economic Strategy
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NPR News Now

NPR News Now · Jan 29, 2026

NPR News: 01-29-2026 6PM EST

Maine Democratic governor criticizing ICE surge operations impact on communities

Immigration enforcement operationsFederal government funding negotiationsState-federal cooperation on immigration
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The Find Out Podcast

The Find Out Podcast · Jan 29, 2026

What To Do If Confronted By ICE

Maine Governor; stood up to federal administration on policy issues

Constitutional Rights During ICE EncountersAdministrative Warrants vs. Judicial WarrantsState Criminal Prosecution of Federal Agents
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The Matt Walsh Show

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

Medicaid Fraud in MaineSomali Nonprofit Organizations and Financial MismanagementMass Shooting Victim Fund Misappropriation
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The Shawn Ryan Show

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

Medicaid fraud at scale (estimated $9 billion Minnesota alone)Somali diaspora organized crime networks in Maine and MinnesotaGateway Community Services fraud and political connections
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Sane(ish) with Jo Carducci

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

2026 Midterm Election StrategyDemocratic House Flipping StrategySenate Races: Maine, Alaska, North Carolina, Ohio
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The New Yorker Radio Hour

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

Democratic Primary Strategy in MaineWorking-Class Economic Anxiety and Political RepresentationMilitary Veterans in Electoral Politics
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The Find Out Podcast

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

ACA Tax Credit Expiration and Healthcare AccessMedicaid Funding Cuts and Rural Healthcare InfrastructureSusan Collins Senate Record and Moderate Voting Patterns
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The Tucker Carlson Show

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

Somali Community Medicaid Fraud in Minnesota and MaineRefugee Resettlement Policy and Assimilation FailureDemocratic Electoral Strategy Through Welfare Dependency
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The Find Out Podcast

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

Gun Violence Prevention PolicySupreme Court Nominations and Judicial StrategyDemocratic Primary Strategy in Texas
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Lovett or Leave It

Lovett or Leave It · Oct 25, 2025

Sauvignon Blanc Nationalist

Maine governor and sitting senator facing primary challenge from Graham Plattner

Trump Administration Leadership AppointmentsFederal Government Competence and Institutional DecayMilitary Recruitment and Retention Crisis
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