FBI probes alleged pay‑to‑play scheme involving Sen. Collins

Published 22 Sept 2026, 18:32 UTC

AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: The FBI examined claims that Sen. Susan Collins may have been involved in a pay‑to‑play scheme tied to Navatek contracts and campaign donations from former CEO Martin Kao. The investigation follows a ProPublica report detailing the allegations.

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• Right-leaning (1): Times Now

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• Susan Collins Bribery Investigation Rock Maine Senate Race: Ex-Navatek CEO Martin Kao Accusations Spark FBI Probe — Times Now (right-leaning)

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