Troy Jackson Stands By “Shut Up” Remark to Susan Collins
Maine Democrat Troy Jackson explained that he stands by his comment telling Republican Senator Susan Collins to "shut up" during a recent Senate debate. The exchange occurred when Collins suggested a protester who interrupted the debate was a supporter of…
Portland Auburn, ME, October 19, 2026 —
Maine Democrat Troy Jackson said he stands by his comment telling Republican Sen. Susan Collins to “shut up” during a recent Senate debate. The exchange followed Collins’ suggestion that a protester who interrupted the debate was a supporter of Jackson.
Jackson denied having any connection to the protester. He said he had no prior knowledge of the person and had not coordinated with them, according to the available account of the exchange.
The dispute centers on Collins’ characterization of the protester and Jackson’s response. The summary of the incident does not provide the protester’s identity, the subject of the Senate debate, or the specific basis Collins cited for suggesting a connection to Jackson. It also does not include a fuller explanation from either senator.
Jackson’s position, as described, is that he rejects the suggested link to the protester while maintaining his remark to Collins. The available information does not specify when the debate took place, what followed the exchange, or whether either senator made additional comments afterward.
No further details about the protester, the circumstances of the interruption, or any subsequent action were provided. The account does not indicate whether the exchange affected the debate or prompted a formal response.
Story summarized from the original created by The Associated Press on www.pressherald.com, see more information here.
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