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Troy Jackson

Troy Dale Jackson (born June 26, 1968) is an American logger and Democratic politician from . A fifth-generation logger by trade, Jackson holds an from the at Fort Kent and entered politics after initially affiliating with the before switching to the Democrats around 2004. He served in the from 2002 to 2008 and in the , representing District 1 (Aroostook County area) from 2016 to 2024 following earlier terms in District 35 from 2008 to 2014, during which he rose to become Senate President from 2018 to 2024. As Senate President, Jackson advocated for working-class interests, including legislation to lower costs, implement universal school meals, fund rural hospitals, provide relief, and enact fair wage measures. His tenure included a 2023 complaint alleging violation of residency requirements for not primarily living in his , prompted by conservative critics citing of his Augusta-area stays; the Maine Commission on Governmental Ethics and Election Practices investigated but ultimately cleared him of wrongdoing in a 4-1 vote, finding insufficient of intent to defraud. In May 2025, Jackson launched a for in the 2026 election, positioning himself as a champion for laborers and receiving endorsements from figures like and labor unions such as UAW Region 9A.

Early life

Family background and upbringing

Troy Dale Jackson was born on June 26, 1968, in , and raised in the rural community of Allagash in Aroostook County. He is the son of a logger father and a teacher mother, hailing from a lineage of fifth-generation loggers embedded in northern Maine's timber industry. Jackson's upbringing immersed him in the world from an early age, as he frequently accompanied his father to logging camps and woods meetings, gaining firsthand exposure to the physical demands and community dynamics of the trade. Allagash, a sparsely populated area known for its and reliance on and , shaped his formative years amid economic challenges typical of the region's working-class households. At approximately age 11, he observed a 1981 labor at High Landing, where a landowner's dismissive response to striking workers highlighted power imbalances, an event that left a lasting impression on his understanding of .

Education

Jackson attended Allagash Consolidated Community High School in , where he earned a . Following his early career in , he pursued postsecondary education and obtained an Associate of Arts degree in business from the University of Maine at Fort Kent in 2001. No further formal is documented in available records.

Professional career before politics

Logging and labor work

Troy Jackson spent many years working as a in northern Maine's forest products industry prior to his entry into . As a fifth-generation logger based in Allagash, he performed demanding manual labor, including operating heavy equipment, driving logging trucks, and felling trees, often under grueling conditions such as 80-hour workweeks without employer-provided . Jackson's early exposure to labor disputes shaped his perspective on workers' rights. In 1981, at age 13, he attended a at the alongside his father to a proposed wage cut, during which landowners threatened to replace American workers with lower-paid Canadians. By 1998, as an established logger, Jackson actively participated in a at the border, organized by Maine loggers to halt the entry of Canadian crews hired at reduced wages, aiming to safeguard local employment and secure better industry representation. These experiences in the sector, marked by economic precarity and competition from foreign labor, underscored the challenges facing manual trades in rural and fueled Jackson's subsequent union affiliations, including membership in the Region 9A.

Political career

Service in the

Troy Jackson, a from Allagash, was first elected to the in November 2002, securing the seat for District 151, which encompassed rural communities in northern Aroostook County including Allagash, Fort Kent, and surrounding unorganized territories. This victory marked his entry into state politics after a background in and labor organizing, defeating incumbent Vinton E. Tracy with 52.4% of the vote in a district characterized by working-class voters in the state's remote northern region. Jackson's campaign emphasized support for local industries like and opposition to policies perceived as harmful to rural economies. Following the 2002 legislative , Jackson was reelected in 2004 to represent the newly configured District 1, which retained much of the prior territory's focus on Aroostook County's northern townships and plantations. He won with 61.5% against Republican challenger Leo LaPlante, reflecting strong Democratic support in the area amid broader partisan shifts in . During his 2004–2006 term, Jackson served on committees aligned with his priorities, though specific assignments emphasized , , and issues pertinent to his constituents' reliance on natural resource-based . Jackson secured a third term in November 2006 for District 1, defeating Richard A. Morton by 57.3%, amid a Democratic wave that expanded the party's majority to 98 seats. His service from 2002 to 2008 totaled three nonconsecutive two-year terms, during which he consistently positioned himself as a proponent of and rural funding, drawing on his experience as a fifth-generation logger to critique urban-centric policies from Augusta. In 2008, Jackson opted not to seek reelection to the , instead successfully campaigning for the District 35 seat, transitioning his legislative focus to higher leadership roles.

Service in the Maine Senate

Troy Jackson was first elected to the Maine State Senate in November 2008 as a Democrat representing District 1, which covers northern Aroostook County including his hometown of Allagash. His initial term began with the 124th Maine Legislature in December 2009. Jackson focused his legislative efforts on issues affecting rural northern Maine, such as economic development for logging and agriculture, access to utilities, and support for working-class constituents in a sparsely populated region prone to economic challenges from industry decline. Jackson won re-election to the in November 2010 and November 2012, securing consecutive terms through the 125th and 126th Legislatures. In the 2012 general election, he defeated David Slagger with 66% of the vote. He did not seek re-election in 2014, instead challenging in the Democratic primary for , where he received 29% of the vote but lost to Emily Cain. District 1 became an open seat that year, which Democrats retained. Jackson reclaimed the District 1 seat in the November 2016 general election as an open contest, defeating Republican Timothy C. Guerrette. He won re-election in 2018 with 61% of the vote against Republican David Slagger, in 2020 against Republican David Lyford, and in 2022 against Republican Ryan Fecteau. During these terms spanning the 128th through 131st Legislatures, Jackson sponsored bills addressing local governance and rural needs, including LD 1411 in 2021, which reformed certain state and local government procedures and passed into law on June 14, 2021. His voting record emphasized labor protections and economic policies aligned with union priorities, earning a 100% score from the Maine AFL-CIO in the 2023-2024 session. Jackson's service ended after the 131st Legislature, as he pursued a gubernatorial campaign in 2026.

Senate leadership roles

In December 2012, Jackson began serving as Assistant Senate Majority Leader for the Democratic caucus during the 125th Maine Legislature. On July 10, 2013, following the resignation of Seth Goodall, he was unanimously elected by the 18-member Senate Democratic caucus to succeed as Senate Majority Leader, a position he held through the remainder of the 126th Legislature until Democrats lost their majority in the 2014 elections. After regaining his Senate seat in the 2016 elections, Jackson was elected Senate Minority Leader by the Democratic caucus via on November 14, 2016, defeating Sen. Dawn Hill; he led the 17-member minority during the 128th Legislature (2017–2018). With Democrats securing a 19–16 majority following the 2018 elections, Jackson was chosen as President of the Maine Senate and sworn into the role on December 5, 2018, for the 129th Legislature. He was unanimously re-elected to the presidency for the 130th Legislature (2021–2022) and again in December 2022 for the 131st Legislature (2023–2024), concluding six years in the position upon reaching term limits at the end of 2024. In this capacity, Jackson presided over Senate proceedings, appointed members to standing committees, and coordinated the majority's legislative priorities.

2014 congressional campaign

In 2013, Troy Jackson, then the Democratic majority leader of the , announced his candidacy for the Democratic nomination in , challenging incumbent Representative Michael Michaud's open seat after Michaud's gubernatorial bid. Jackson positioned himself as a working-class populist, emphasizing his background as a logger from Aroostook County to appeal to rural voters on issues like job creation in natural resources, opposition to federal overreach, and support for marijuana policy reform. Jackson's primary opponent was , a former and more conventionally candidate backed by party figures. In campaign appearances, Jackson highlighted economic stagnation in northern , criticizing trade policies and advocating for protection of and jobs while expressing skepticism toward expansive environmental regulations that he argued disadvantaged local industries. His rhetoric drew endorsements from figures like , son of author , who praised Jackson's focus on working people over elite interests. The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML) PAC also endorsed him for his support of legalization efforts. Environmental groups criticized Jackson's record, with the League of Conservation Voters adding him to their list of candidates deemed insufficiently protective of and natural resources, citing votes favoring industry interests over stricter controls. Jackson and debated on June 4, 2014, hosted by , where differences emerged on and federal spending priorities. Jackson's campaign committee, "Troy Jackson for Congress," raised limited funds compared to Cain's, reflecting his approach but contributing to his underdog status. In the June 10, 2014, Democratic primary, Cain defeated Jackson with 19,418 votes (70.9%) to Jackson's 7,974 votes (29.1%), based on nearly complete returns. Cain advanced to the general election but lost to . Jackson returned to the , where he continued as majority leader until 2014 term limits.

2026 gubernatorial campaign

Former President Troy Jackson, a Democrat, announced his candidacy for governor on May 19, 2025, at a press conference held at the in Kittery. The 2026 election, set for , will choose a successor to term-limited incumbent , amid a crowded Democratic primary field. Jackson, emphasizing his roots as a fifth-generation logger from Allagash who once worked 80-hour weeks without , framed his bid as a defense of working-class Mainers against corporate interests. Jackson's platform focuses on economic relief for laborers, including loggers, farmers, fishermen, teachers, truck drivers, and nurses, through measures such as reducing prescription drug prices, establishing universal school meals, bolstering funding for rural hospitals, offering property tax relief, promoting fair wages, and protecting environmental resources. By July 24, 2025, his campaign had raised more than $400,000, largely from small contributions by rural donors, reflecting grassroots support in northern Maine. In his announcement, Jackson criticized some fellow Democrats for prioritizing elite interests over everyday workers. Early endorsements include U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders, who on May 21, 2025, highlighted Jackson's authentic ties to the working class; the Maine State Nurses Association on September 18, 2025; United Auto Workers Region 9A; and the progressive group Our Revolution. Campaign activities as of October 2025 have included opposition to a Central Maine Power rate increase proposed in October, which Jackson argued would impose an unfair $35 monthly burden on fixed-income households amid the utility's existing profits. He also joined Sanders at a rally supporting Democratic candidates, including U.S. Senate hopeful Graham Platner.

Political positions

Economic and labor policies

Troy Jackson has advocated for economic policies that prioritize working-class families, opposing tax cuts for the wealthy on the grounds that they exacerbate hardships for lower-income Mainers. In a November 2017 radio address, he stated that families in Aroostook County struggling to make ends meet should not bear the burden to fund reductions for the "ultra-rich." He has criticized cuts as disproportionately benefiting high earners, arguing they fail to address broader economic inequities. Jackson supports raising Maine's minimum wage and expanding its application, including to farmworkers previously exempt from state standards. He backed LD 2273, which sought to align farmworker pay with the $14.15 hourly minimum and enable legal recourse for violations, and endorsed proposals to increase the wage to $15 by 2024 with annual cost-of-living adjustments. In 2024, he aligned with efforts to include minimum wage hikes in the legislative agenda amid veto threats from Governor Janet Mills on related worker protection bills. On labor issues, Jackson, a former logger and member, has championed union rights and worker safeguards, earning perfect scores on the Maine legislative scorecard for supporting bills against excessive overtime in paper mills—where shifts reached 18-24 hours—and for enhancing direct care worker wages via MaineCare adjustments. He defended union hiring preferences in 2020, criticizing ' parent company for sidelining local union labor in favor of out-of-state hires. During his 2026 gubernatorial campaign, Jackson has framed 's economy as "rigged" against workers, pledging to combat oligarchic influences and secure endorsements from the , Teamsters Local 340, and Maine State Nurses Association for his pro-labor record. He opposes utility rate hikes, such as Central Maine Power's proposed increases, as inflationary pressures on households, and has proposed energy plans to stabilize costs. Jackson has also praised federal measures like the for lowering energy and prescription costs in , estimating benefits for state residents.

Social and cultural issues

Jackson has historically held socially conservative views influenced by his Roman Catholic upbringing, but evolved toward alignment with mainstream Democratic positions over time. In 2009, he was the sole Democratic to vote against legislation legalizing in , citing constituent preferences in his rural district. He later described this as "the worst vote I ever took" after interacting with gay constituents during his 2012 reelection campaign, and affirmed support for by 2014. On abortion, Jackson identified as anti-abortion in a 2012 Project Vote Smart questionnaire, supporting legality only in cases of or , and voted for a 2011 bill imposing a 24-hour waiting period and a 2013 bill requiring additional abortion information. During his 2014 congressional campaign, he stated he would not vote to restrict abortion rights in , emphasizing economic supports for mothers instead. More recently, he voted in favor of LD 1619 in 2023, which amended state and reproductive privacy laws, and LD 227 in 2024, establishing protections for abortion access; he received a 100% rating from Maine Action Fund for these positions. Regarding LGBTQ rights beyond , Jackson supported LD 227 in 2024, which included state protections for gender-affirming alongside and fertilization. This vote reflects his shift from earlier , though specific statements on issues remain limited in public records. On gun rights and safety, a cultural staple in rural , Jackson maintains support for Second Amendment protections while endorsing targeted regulations. He received an early endorsement from the , but advocated for a in a 2025 op-ed, arguing it aligns with responsible ownership and Maine's sporting traditions without infringing core rights. His legislative record includes yes votes on LD 2238 (2024) for firearm purchase waiting periods, LD 2283 (2024) for provisions, and LD 2224 (2024) expanding firearm laws tied to enhancements.

Environmental and energy policies

Troy Jackson has advocated for environmental policies that prioritize sustainable practices and the economic viability of Maine's working s, reflecting his background as a fifth-generation logger. He has sponsored to support loggers and haulers through cooperatives, aiming to sustain jobs in the forest products while ensuring consistency with river conservation plans. Jackson earned a lifetime environmental score of 86% from Maine Conservation Voters, with a 90% rating in 2024 and a perfect score in 2021, based on votes supporting measures in , land and wildlife protection, and sustainable communities. In 2014, the League of Conservation Voters included Jackson in its list of candidates with poor environmental records during his state senate tenure, citing votes against key conservation priorities and prompting a $150,000 against him in the congressional primary. Jackson countered that the endorsement of his rival was influenced by financial interests rather than his overall record, noting his support for balanced approaches that avoid locking up commercial lands. On , Jackson has emphasized and regional economic needs, opposing Central Power's proposed rate hikes that could increase average bills by $35 monthly by late 2030, particularly impacting fixed-income seniors. In October 2025, he unveiled a gubernatorial campaign plan focused on rejecting such hikes and promoting affordable access, including connecting Aroostook County to the ISO-New grid to bolster jobs and reliability. He led the 2023 expansion of 's Renewable Energy Program to incentivize local projects. Jackson opposed LD 2077 in 2024, a bill to restrict expansion, arguing it would disadvantage northern by limiting access to reliable sources essential for the region.

Controversies

Residency requirements and mortgage allegations

In September 2019, Maine Senate President Troy Jackson purchased a single-family home in Augusta for $216,015 using a Federal Housing Administration (FHA)-backed mortgage, which required occupancy as his principal residence within 60 days of closing and for at least one year thereafter. The loan application listed the Augusta property as Jackson's primary residence, enabling eligibility for subsidized FHA terms, though Jackson later stated he did not read the forms and attributed the designation to an error by his mortgage broker, who denied any misconduct and affirmed compliance with FHA guidelines. Jackson maintained that his permanent residence remained in Allagash, within his Senate District 1 in northern Aroostook County, where he owns property, votes, pays taxes, and claims a homestead exemption. He sold the Augusta home in December 2021 for $323,000. Republican critics, including Rep. John Andrews of , alleged that Jackson violated the Maine Constitution's requirement that state senators reside in their at the time of election and during their term, arguing that claiming the Augusta home as principal for the mortgage contradicted his residency obligations. Andrews filed a formal ethics complaint with the on Governmental and Election Practices on September 6, 2023, prompted by reporting from the conservative outlet The Maine Wire, which highlighted potential , insurance discrepancies, and residency inconsistencies as disqualifying for legislative service. Jackson rejected the claims as a attack, emphasizing that his leadership role necessitated time in Augusta for full-time duties while he commuted 300 miles regularly to Allagash, which he described as his true home. The Maine Ethics Commission reviewed the complaint and unanimously voted on October 25, 2023, against launching a full investigation, determining that its jurisdiction was limited to violations and did not extend to residency enforcement—handled post-election through courts—or potential criminal matters like . Commissioners cited a 1970s opinion permitting legislators temporary out-of- accommodations for session duties if they retain ties, such as ownership and filings, and distinguished FHA occupancy rules from constitutional residency standards. One commissioner, former legislator David Hastings, noted that Jackson's Augusta stay aligned with his full-time role and did not negate his legal Allagash residency. No criminal charges or further probes have resulted from the allegations as of October 2025.

Ethics investigations and legal disputes

In August 2023, Maine House Representative John Andrews filed an ethics complaint against Jackson with the , alleging that he violated state residency requirements for legislators by maintaining his in rather than his rural in Aroostook County, as evidenced by his 2021 application for a Federal Housing Administration-backed listing the Augusta property as primary. The complaint further claimed potential fraud in and filings, as well as breaches of laws requiring accurate district residency disclosures. Jackson denied wrongdoing, asserting that his Allagash property remained his primary home despite frequent Augusta stays for legislative duties, and described the allegations as politically motivated attacks from conservative outlets. On October 18, 2023, Ethics Commission staff recommended against further investigation, concluding insufficient evidence of violations after reviewing documents including loan applications and utility records. The full bipartisan commission unanimously voted on October 25, 2023, to dismiss the matter without probe, determining no for ethics breaches or residency non-compliance under . A separate ethics complaint filed by William Clardy on December 15, 2023, accused Jackson of conflicts of interest stemming from a arrangement with the lobbying firm Preti Flaherty Beliveau & Pachios for legal representation in an unrelated civil suit, alleging it constituted an unreported gift or improper influence under legislative rules. The complaint highlighted the firm's activities and potential fee reductions as de facto benefits, claiming gaps in Maine's on contingent agreements. minutes from January 31, 2024, record discussion of the issue, with Clardy advocating for reforms, but no public decision or further action has been documented as of late 2024. In a related legal dispute, Clardy and co-plaintiffs—including state Representatives Shelley Rudnicki and Randall Greenwood, and the nonprofit Respect Maine—sued Jackson in his capacity as Senate President, along with House Speaker Rachel Talbot Ross and , in Kennebec County in 2023. The suit challenged a Democratic-led special on budget matters as unconstitutional, alleging violations of and procedural rules by convening without proper gubernatorial limits. The dismissed the case on August 13, 2024, citing lack of standing for the legislator-plaintiffs, legislative immunity principles, and the doctrine barring judicial interference in internal legislative processes. Clardy sought reconsideration on August 28, 2024, but the dismissal stood, resolving the dispute without findings against Jackson.

Conflicts with Republican officials

In July 2020, amid the , Republican legislative leaders demanded a of the to address unfinished business, but subsequently many GOP members refused to participate in polls gauging support for reconvening or to attend potential sessions, leading to a failure to achieve . Senate President Troy Jackson accused Republican leaders of engaging in a "politically motivated ," arguing that their actions undermined efforts to resume legislative work while citing low infection rates as justification for proceeding. This impasse highlighted partisan divisions, with Democrats blaming Republicans for blocking progress on bills. In August 2024, Republican lawmakers William Clardy, Rep. Shelley Rudnicki, and Rep. Randall Greenwood, along with the group Respect Maine, filed a lawsuit against Gov. Janet Mills, Jackson, and House Speaker Rachel Talbot Ross, challenging the constitutionality of a special legislative session convened by Mills following the 2023 budget passage. The plaintiffs alleged a violation of separation of powers through executive-legislative collusion, claiming the session's laws were invalid. The Maine Supreme Judicial Court dismissed the suit, ruling that the plaintiffs lacked standing due to no demonstrated actual or imminent injury, without addressing the substantive constitutional claims. Jackson faced multiple ethics complaints from Republican officials in 2023 related to his residency and property dealings. Rep. John Andrews filed a formal complaint alleging Jackson violated the Maine Constitution by not residing in his northern Maine district, instead primarily living in Augusta, and potentially committing mortgage fraud by declaring the Augusta property as his principal residence for a federally backed loan. Andrews and other Republicans, including senior House members, further accused Jackson of insurance fraud for allegedly misrepresenting his primary residence on home insurance policies tied to the Augusta property. Jackson denied the allegations, asserting compliance with residency rules and that his Allagash home remained his primary residence despite frequent Augusta stays for legislative duties. The Maine Commission on Governmental Ethics and Election Practices voted 4-1 in October 2023 not to pursue an investigation, finding insufficient evidence of wrongdoing.

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