Political newcomer wins GOP primary in key Maine congressional district
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Ronald Russell defeated fellow political newcomer Andrew Piantidosi in the GOP primary for Maine's more Democratic-leaning district, which includes most of the states' major cities
Russell defeated fellow first-time candidate Andrew Piantidosi in the contest and will face longtime Democratic Rep. Chellie Pingree in the general election. Charles Creitz is a reporter for Fox News Digital.
He made his military service a hallmark of his campaign, describing his father’s time serving as a World War II artilleryman who convinced a young Russell to apply to West Point military academy in New York State. He joined Fox News in 2013 as a writer and production assistant.
Russell went on to serve as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Army beginning in 1976. Charles covers media, politics and culture for Fox News Digital.
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