Jared Golden Leads in Maine's Ranked Choice Election, Recount Expected

Democratic Rep. Jared Golden has emerged ahead in Maine's 2nd District race, but a recount is anticipated due to the close results.

Jared Golden has provisionally secured victory in Maine's 2nd Congressional District through the ranked choice voting system.
Republican challenger Austin Theriault has requested a recount, citing the narrow margin and anomalies in the vote count.
Neither candidate initially achieved a majority, triggering the ranked choice process where second-choice votes were reallocated.
The race has drawn significant attention and $50 million in spending, reflecting its competitiveness in a mostly rural district.
The recount process is expected to extend into December, with official certification of results pending the outcome.