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Chellie
Pingree

Democratic U.S. Representative Chellie Pingree has served Maine's 1st Congressional District since 2009 and is seeking reelection in 2026.

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Background

Chellie Pingree is the U.S. Representative for Maine's 1st Congressional District, a seat she has held since January 2009. Born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, she moved to Maine as a teenager and has lived on North Haven island ever since. She earned a B.A. from the College of the Atlantic in 1979. 13

Before entering Congress, Pingree built a career rooted in organic farming, small-business ownership, and civic service. She and her husband ran a small farm after college, founded North Island Yarn in 1981 (later expanded into North Island Designs), and co-founded Nebo Lodge, a North Haven bed-and-breakfast and restaurant, in 2006. She also served as president and CEO of the national civic organization Common Cause from 2003 to 2007. 1

Pingree's political career began locally, with service on North Haven's school board, planning board (1981–1991), and as town tax assessor. She was elected to the Maine Senate in 1992 and served four terms through 2000, including as Senate Majority Leader from 1996 to 2000. 12

In Congress, Pingree has been a consistent advocate for agriculture, food policy, and progressive causes. She is running for reelection to represent Maine's 1st District in November 2026. 12

At a glance

Party
Democratic · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 1, Maine
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative for Maine's 1st Congressional District
Website
chelliepingree.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.

Timeline

  1. Nov 3
    filing
    Pingree and Russell face off on general-election ballot in Maine's 1st District

    The general-election ballot for Maine's 1st Congressional District lists Democrat Chellie Pingree and Republican Ron Russell. Pingree is seeking a tenth term.

    The Maine Wire’s Guide to Casting Your Ballot · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 29
    debate
    Pingree and Russell scheduled to meet in only debate of ME-1 general election campaign

    A single 30-minute debate between Chellie Pingree and Ron Russell is scheduled for October 29 at 7 p.m., moderated by Maine Public's Jennifer Rooks, days before the November 3 election.

    Pingree, Russell to meet on debate stage once, days before ... - Yahoo · Sep 29, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 7
    news
    Pingree reiterates call to abolish ICE and reverse Medicaid cuts in WMTW candidate profile

    In a WMTW candidate profile, Pingree said 'it's time to abolish ICE' and called for addressing everyday costs and reversing Medicaid cuts as she seeks a tenth term in the U.S. House.

    Maine Congresswoman Chellie Pingree seeks 10th term in US House · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 6
    debate
    Pingree and Russell confirm attendance at single Oct. 29 debate moderated by Maine Public

    Both candidates confirmed they would attend a live 30-minute debate on October 29 at 7 p.m., moderated by Maine Public's Jennifer Rooks. Pingree said her campaign had told organizers she was available any time after October 5.

    Pingree, Russell to meet on debate stage once, days before ... - Yahoo · Sep 29, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Oct 5
    news
    Pingree calls for abolishing ICE and backing Social Security 2100 Act in Maine Calling interview

    On Maine Public's Maine Calling, Pingree said Democrats needed to regain the House majority, cited concerns over affordability, Medicaid cuts and hospital impacts, backed the Social Security 2100 Act, and stated 'I believe ICE should be abolished.'

    Your Vote 2026 Maine Calling candidate interview: Chellie Pingree ... · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Oct 1
    news
    Pingree presses EPA's Zeldin to finalize PFAS risk assessment protecting farmers

    In a letter to EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, Pingree urged the agency to finalize its risk assessment of PFAS in sewage sludge and provide enforceable protections for farmers and rural communities.

    Pingree Presses Zeldin for Action as EPA Leaves Farmers in ... · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Sep 17
    poll
    UNH poll shows Pingree leading Russell 57%–35% in ME-1

    A University of New Hampshire survey fielded September 17–21 showed Pingree at 57% and Russell at 35%. A forecaster using this data gave Pingree a 98.9% chance of winning.

    ME-01: Pingree 99 in 100 — Call the Map · Sep 17, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Jun 1
    filing
    Russell wins Republican primary, setting up Pingree rematch in ME-1

    Ron Russell won the Republican primary over Joshua James Pietrowicz (53.6% to 46.4%), setting up a rematch with incumbent Democrat Chellie Pingree in Maine's 1st District.

    Russell wins CD1 primary, setting up rematch with Pingree · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • J Street organization
    Listed as a 2026 endorser in the election reference page. Date and original announcement could not be verified from available sources. en.wikipedia.org
  • Maine AFL-CIO union
    Listed Pingree as its endorsed candidate for CD 1 in its 2026 general-election endorsements. No specific date given. maineaflcio.org
  • League of Conservation Voters Action Fund (LCV Action Fund) organization
    Listed Pingree as endorsed for the 2026 general election. No specific date given. lcv.org
  • Planned Parenthood Action Fund organization
    Listed as a 2026 endorser in the election reference page. Date and original announcement could not be verified from available sources. en.wikipedia.org
  • Sierra Club organization
    Listed as a 2026 endorser in the election reference page. Date and original announcement could not be verified from available sources. en.wikipedia.org
  • National Education Association (NEA) organization
    Listed among Pingree's 2026 endorsers in the election reference page. Date and original announcement could not be verified from available sources. en.wikipedia.org
  • American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) union
    AFGE announced its endorsement of Pingree for reelection to represent Maine's 1st District. afge.org · Jun 1, 2026

Campaign finance

Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.

Raised
$430K
Spent
$422K
Cash on hand
$423K

As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H8ME01120(opens in a new tab)

Sources 16

  1. [1] Maine AFL-CIO Endorsements for 2026 General Election(opens in a new tab) Oct 10, 2026
  2. [2] The Maine Wire’s Guide to Casting Your Ballot(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  3. [3] Maine Congresswoman Chellie Pingree seeks 10th term in US House(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  4. [4] Russell wins CD1 primary, setting up rematch with Pingree(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  5. [5] Your Vote 2026 Maine Calling candidate interview: Chellie Pingree ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  6. [6] Pingree Presses Zeldin for Action as EPA Leaves Farmers in ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  7. [7] Pingree, Russell to meet on debate stage once, days before ... - Yahoo(opens in a new tab) Sep 29, 2026
  8. [8] ME-01: Pingree 99 in 100 — Call the Map(opens in a new tab) Sep 17, 2026
  9. [9] 2025-2026 Endorsements(opens in a new tab) Aug 28, 2026
  10. [10] Largest Federal Employee Union Endorses Chellie Pingree ... - AFGE(opens in a new tab) Jun 1, 2026
  11. [11] Chellie Pingree — official campaign website(opens in a new tab) Feb 17, 2026
  12. [12] Pingree Condemns Trump's Unauthorized 'Large-Scale ...(opens in a new tab) Jan 3, 2026
  13. [13] 2026 United States House of Representatives elections in ...(opens in a new tab) Dec 2, 2024
  14. [14] Pingree Statement on Army Reserve, Inspector General Reports on ...(opens in a new tab) Jul 23, 2024
  15. [15] Press Releases - Chellie Pingree - House.gov(opens in a new tab) Jun 10, 2024
  16. [16] Issues(opens in a new tab) Aug 22, 2022
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