Maine Senate Shake-Up: A new New York Times report renews allegations against Democratic candidate Graham Platner, while Lyndsey Fifield says the paper “methodically delayed and twisted” her account into a “gift” for his campaign—adding fresh pressure on Democrats trying to keep the seat. Immigration Funding Fight (National): After a marathon vote-a-rama, the U.S. Senate passed about $70B to fund ICE and Border Patrol for three years, rejecting efforts to permanently block Trump’s $1.8B “anti-weaponization” settlement fund. Social Security Warning: A new analysis says Social Security could trigger an automatic 24% benefit cut in 2032, averaging about $500 less per month for retirees if Congress doesn’t act. Data Centers in the Northeast: New York lawmakers passed a one-year moratorium on new data center permits, while Maine’s earlier effort was vetoed over exemptions. Wildlife & Health: Maine-linked coverage highlights a growing moose tick problem in New England and a reported insulin infusion-set shortage affecting patients. Local Maine Life: Buckfield residents push to reopen a swap shop to cut waste and help neighbors, and a Blue Hill oyster bar is set to expand aquaculture tourism.