District Attorney Maeghan Maloney is challenging Attorney General Aaron Frey for his position in a rematch of the 2018 race. The campaign for the Attorney General position, one of three constitutional offices chosen by the Legislature, will not involve much public campaigning as candidates seek to persuade lawmakers in private conversations before a secret ballot process.
Both Frey and Maloney are Democrats, and with the Democratic party controlling both chambers of the Legislature, the selection of constitutional officers will likely be in their favor. The candidates will address the nomination caucus and the joint session of the Legislature on December 3 and 4, respectively.
Maloney stated that she is running to serve Maine throughout the upcoming four-year term of President-elect Donald Trump, emphasizing the need for consistent leadership. Meanwhile, Frey highlighted his past efforts to work with Democrats and Governor Janet Mills to oppose Trump’s policies.
Frey faced criticism in 2023 for disclosing a romantic relationship with an employee after a complaint was filed by the employee’s brother-in-law. Maloney has been subject to two complaints with the Maine Overseers of the Bar, including discussing details of a pending criminal case without the defense attorney present.
Despite the challenges, both candidates are vying for the Attorney General position, with Frey seeking his final two-year term before term limits. The vote by lawmakers will determine the next Attorney General, who will play a crucial role in safeguarding democracy and individual rights from the potential impacts of the upcoming Trump administration.
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