Pete Hegseth & Susan Collins

Pete Hegseth: As Defense Secretary, Hegseth has testified on war costs and requested additional funding, facing criticism over the conflict's management.

Susan Collins: Sen. Collins voted for the war powers resolution.

Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, a Defense Secretary pick, was accused of sexual assault, serving as an example of Donald Trump's controversial Cabinet choices.

Susan Collins: Susan Collins, the incumbent Republican Senator from United States — Maine, is Graham Platner's opponent in the November election. The United States — Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee's statement focuses on her voting record and ties to Donald Trump.

Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, the Defense Secretary, is pushing for rapid AI integration in the U.S. military and has clashed with Anthropic over safety concerns.

Susan Collins: Susan Collins, a Republican Senator from Maine, is seeking reelection and has maintained her popularity by distancing herself from President Trump, a strategy that has helped her survive political challenges.

Susan Collins: Susan Collins, a Republican Senator, opposed the war powers resolution, arguing it would send the wrong message to Iran and U.S. troops.