Dan Kleban is the eighth Democrat to enter the race, although it's unclear how many of them will remain in the contest if Gov. Janet Mills enters the race. His introduction video focuses on his personal story and efforts to build one of the largest breweries in the state.

Dan Kleban enters a crowded Democratic primary as party leaders wait for Maine’s Democratic governor, Janet Mills, who is “seriously considering” a run for Senate.

Maine Beer Co. co-founder Dan Kleban launched his Senate campaign Wednesday, joining an increasingly crowded Democratic primary.

Another Democrat, co-founder of Maine Beer Company Dan Kleban, has entered the race to try to unseat longtime Republican U.S. Sen. Susan Collins in 2026. Announcing his candidacy on Wednesday, the 48-year-old Cumberland County resident said he’s running because he feels a responsibility to do what’s right for Maine,

In his campaign video, Dan Kleban criticized Sen. Collins for her handling of President Trump and her vote to confirm Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh.

Kleban, a former attorney who founded his brewery in 2009, announced Wednesday that he will jump into the Senate race.

If elected, Kleban hopes to address the cost of living and make healthcare more affordable. He criticized Collins for not standing up to the Trump administration and for failing to protect abortion rights.

Maine Beer Company owner Dan Kleban made his run for Senate official this morning, releasing a video announcing his campaign.

"I think Democrats, in particular, we need to show people that we can move beyond the anger and we can move towards action," Dan Kleban said