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.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
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”