# Vance Rallies for LePage, Slams Democrats on Fraud

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Podcast: [US News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/us-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7023297)
Published: 2026-05-14T21:52:05+00:00
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Vice President JD Vance, dubbed the fraud czar, rallies Maine support for Trumps anti-fraud drive, backing Republican Paul LePage for the open second congressional district seat. Vance, who previously claimed the push was non-partisan, now criticizes Democrats as scam enablers. Early voting begins as Maines June ninth primaries approach, with the district being a prime flip target. Democrats respond with criticism, accusing Vance of distracting from rising costs tied to the Iran war. Protesters and a left-leaning policy group voice concerns about fearmongering and potential cuts to health programs. LePage promises to work with Trump on fraud crackdown, emphasizing taxpayer priorities. Vance praises Senator Susan Collins independence, potentially positioning himself for future political aspirations. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/882859f108654b50

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