Maine Politics: Democrats in Maine are scrambling to replace embattled U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner after he suspended his campaign following sexual assault allegations, with a party nominating convention planned and a tight July 27 ballot deadline looming as the winner must face Sen. Susan Collins in a high-stakes, Trump-era race. Campaign Finance: A U.S. Supreme Court campaign finance ruling is reshaping Maine’s ongoing legal fight over limits on super PAC contributions, with both sides arguing whether the decision should control the state case. Housing & Markets: Maine home sales in June stayed hot, with prices hitting record levels, adding pressure for buyers and sellers in a tight market. Food & Antitrust: DOJ antitrust action tied to egg price manipulation is still reverberating, with settlements and questions about whether penalties will deter future price games. Business & Industry: Sappi shares jumped after a strong forecast tied to its expanded Somerset Mill in Maine, signaling improving performance even as the company remains under pressure from weak prices. Public Safety & Schools: A Maine student is urging lawmakers to fund reinforced school security measures, arguing current federal education cuts have reduced safety-related supports.