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Maine · Maine Governor · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Robert B. Charles

Republican

Lawyer and former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State (2003–2005)

2026 race · Maine Governor

2% chance of winning · race rated Solid D

98%2%

3% chance of winning · race rated Solid D

97%3%
● Hannah Pingree● Robert B. CharlesAlso: Rick Bennett (I)
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Background

Experience
No elected office

Links: Wikipedia · Candidate list (source)

Opponents in 2026