Governor slams Trump Administration inquiry as a predetermined political cudgel to attack political opponents and dismantle Medicaid and vows to defend health care for Maine people
The State of Maine today issued its response to the February 6 letter and social media video from Dr. Mehmet Oz, the Administrator of the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, requesting information about the management of Maine's Medicaid program. Today was the last business day before the requested response deadline.
Presque Isle, MAINE-- Governor Janet Mills today visited Northern Maine Community College to highlight her proposal to make her Free Community College initiative permanent.
Since the Governor's Free College program began in fall 2022, more than 22,300 recent high school graduates have enrolled tuition-free at Maine community colleges. This morning, the Governor met with NMCC students utilizing the program to prepare for in-demand industries including nursing, automotive technology, and building construction.
With a powerful nor'easter expected to bring heavy snow and strong winds to Maine, Governor Janet Mills has directed all State of Maine offices closed statewide tomorrow, Monday, February 23, 2026.