Yes, Collins usually votes with Trump, as Platner said. But she broke with him at key moments.
PolitiFact – Rulings and Stories — 2026-06-10 16:26:00 — www.politifact.com
Trump Dismisses Senator Susan Collins, Urges Republicans to Oppose Her Votes
In a pointed message on Truth Social, Donald Trump told Republicans, “when in doubt, vote the exact opposite of Senator Susan Collins. Generally speaking, you can’t go wrong.” This public rebuke came after Collins, a Republican senator from Maine, broke with Trump on several high-profile votes during his current term.
Collins’ Record of Voting with Trump
An analysis by CQ Roll Call found that in 2025, Collins supported Trump’s position 94.6% of the time, a rate lower than most of her Republican colleagues—many of whom voted with Trump 100% of the time. During Trump’s first term, Collins sided with him about 90% of the time. However, the analysis also notes that not all votes are equal, and that Collins has opposed Trump on key issues.
Key Breaks with Trump
Collins was one of three Republican senators who voted against Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill,” citing concerns about its impact on Medicaid and rural healthcare providers. She also sided with Democrats to block a nearly $1.8 billion fund for Trump allies and supported a resolution to remove U.S. forces from hostilities against Iran. After the January 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol, Collins voted to convict Trump on an impeachment charge, stating his actions interfered with the peaceful transition of power and were an abuse of power.
Trump’s Response and Political Attacks
Trump’s statement urging Republicans to oppose Collins underscores his willingness to publicly attack members of his own party who do not fully align with his agenda. This pattern of disparagement is consistent with his broader approach to dissent within Republican ranks.
Conclusion
While Senator Collins has a record of voting with Trump on most issues, her notable breaks have drawn the ire of the former president, who has not hesitated to publicly criticize her. Trump’s call for Republicans to oppose Collins highlights his ongoing influence over the party and his intolerance for perceived disloyalty, even as fact-checkers note that Collins’ record is more nuanced than a single percentage can capture.