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1. Former reality TV show host Donald Trump staged a dramatic return to the White House Monday night. He immediately ignited a new controversy by declaring that despite his illness the nation should not fear the virus that has killed more than 210,000 Americans — and then he entered the White House without a protective mask. (WGME)
2. White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany has tested positive for COVID-19. Two of McEnany’s deputies have also tested positive for coronavirus. (WMTW)
3. The U.S. tops 7.4 million Coronavirus cases w/ over 210,000 related deaths. The Maine CDC reported no new deaths and 26 additional cases of COVID-19 on Monday. The statewide death toll remains 142 w/ 582 active cases. (WMTW)
4. Senator Angus King on Tuesday announced his endorsement of former Vice President Joe Biden in the 2020 presidential election. King has been critical of Trump — calling his COVID-19 response ‘infuriating and heartbreaking’, criticizing the president’s refusal to commit to a peaceful transition of power if he loses, and he spoke out against Trump’s failure to condemn white supremacist groups. (NEWS CENTER)
5. In-person early voting began Monday in cities and towns across the state. Hundreds of people in Portland and Lewiston dropped off their absentee ballots or went inside to vote early. (WGME)
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