U.S. Sen. Susan Collins (R) made it known during a campaign stop in Vassalboro Friday that she intends to seek reelection in 2026 for her sixth term in office.

Despite confirming these intentions, Sen. Collins emphasized that her focus currently remains on the work she does as a member and Vice Chair of the Appropriations Committee.

Given the Republican Party’s success in obtaining control of the Senate, Collins indicated that she expects to be made Chair of the Committee next session.

“My primary focus for this year, this upcoming year, is going to be overseeing the appropriations process,” Collins said in an interview with WMTW.