Angus King

On January 5, 1994, Angus King was inaugurated as the 72nd governor of Maine. He ran as an independent candidate and managed to win the office by defeating Republican Susan Collins and Democrat Joseph Brennan. During his tenure, King focused on education reform, economic development, and technological advancement, implementing programs that transformed the state’s infrastructure and improved the quality of life for its residents.

On November 3, 1998, Angus King was re-elected as governor of Maine, securing a second term in office. As an independent candidate, he won a significant victory, demonstrating his popularity among Maine voters. During his second term, King continued to prioritize education, including an initiative to provide laptops to all seventh and eighth graders in the state, which set a precedent for technology in education policy.

On November 6, 2012, Angus King was elected as the U.S. Senator from Maine. Running as an independent, he succeeded Republican Olympia Snowe, who retired. King's campaign focused on bipartisanship and reforming the filibuster in the Senate. Upon election, he caucused with the Democrats, seeking to mitigate partisan divides and contribute to effective legislation during a period marked by political polarization.

On March 14, 2013, Senator Angus King became a member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence. His role on the committee involves oversight of the United States Intelligence Community, and he has been actively engaged in ensuring that intelligence operations respect civil liberties while effectively addressing national security threats. King's position allowed him to influence important discussions on surveillance and cybersecurity issues.

On February 12, 2015, Senator Angus King introduced the Biomass Thermal Utilization Act in the U.S. Senate. This legislation aimed to address energy efficiency by promoting the use of biomass for thermal applications. King advocated for this bill to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and improve rural economies by incentivizing the production and utilization of sustainable energy sources. The act highlighted King's commitment to environmental issues and renewable energy policies.

In June 2018, Senator Angus King joined the Senate Climate Solutions Caucus. This bipartisan caucus focuses on finding common ground in the fight against climate change. King's participation is part of his broader efforts to promote environmental stewardship and sustainable practices, advocating for policies that address the urgent global challenge of climate change through cooperative legislative action.

On November 6, 2018, Angus King was re-elected as a U.S. Senator for Maine. Continuing his independent status, he won against challengers Eric Brakey (Republican) and Zak Ringelstein (Democrat). During his campaign and tenure, King emphasized the importance of healthcare reform, economic growth, and environmental protection, maintaining his commitment to bipartisan efforts to address key issues affecting the nation.

On January 3, 2019, Senator Angus King, along with Senator Mike Rounds, co-founded the Senate Cybersecurity Caucus. The purpose of this caucus is to educate Senators and staff on technical and policy issues related to cybersecurity. King's role emphasizes his commitment to national security, and the caucus acts as a bipartisan forum to tackle urgent challenges in the cybersecurity domain, focusing on public awareness and legislative action.

On May 9, 2019, Angus King and Senator Lamar Alexander introduced the New Manhattan Project for Clean Energy. This ambitious proposal aimed to double federal funding for energy research to address climate change effectively through innovation in clean energy technologies. King's initiative was inspired by the original Manhattan Project and highlighted his commitment to leveraging scientific research to drive significant progress in combating climate change.

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, on March 23, 2020, Senator Angus King introduced a resolution for a national broadband plan to ensure that all Americans have access to high-speed internet during emergencies. This initiative sought to bridge the digital divide exacerbated by the pandemic and highlighted King's ongoing advocacy for improved technological infrastructure. His focus was on providing necessary resources for education, healthcare, and remote work.