A prominent abortion rights organization has endorsed Democrat David Costello over Republican Senator Susan Collins in Maine’s upcoming Senate race.
The group cited Collins’ vote to confirm Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, a decision that ultimately contributed to the overturning of Roe v. Wade.
Planned Parenthood, a key player in reproductive rights advocacy, has been vocal in its criticism of the senator.
The endorsement highlights the ongoing political fallout from the Supreme Court’s 2022 decision, which eliminated the federal right to abortion.
Collins, a moderate Republican known for occasional breaks with her party, has defended her vote, citing Kavanaugh’s judicial temperament and qualifications.
However, abortion rights groups argue that her confirmation vote had direct consequences for reproductive freedom across the country.
Costello, the endorsed candidate, has made protecting abortion access a central pillar of his campaign.
The race is expected to be one of the most closely watched Senate contests in the country.
Maine voters will see a clear distinction on abortion policy between the two candidates in the coming election.
