Maine's lobster industry caught in political crossfire before midterms
The lobster industry in the US state of Maine has become a campaign issue ahead of the congressional midterm elections. Senator Susan Collins and Democratic challenger Troy Jackson are clashing over tariffs and their effect on the state's economy.
The lobster industry in Maine, a northeastern US state, has been drawn into a political fight ahead of the US midterm elections. These congressional elections take place midway through a presidential term and decide a share of the seats in Congress.
In Maine, incumbent Senator Susan Collins is facing Democratic challenger Troy Jackson in the race for a seat in the US Senate. The two candidates are at odds over tariffs, meaning import duties on goods, and over how those tariffs affect Maine's economy.
According to the source, the lobster industry has been caught in the political headwinds surrounding the dispute. In practical terms, this means the consequences of trade policy for the state's economy have become part of the election campaign.
The available source text does not give further detail on the candidates' specific arguments or on the views of businesses in the industry.
