Maine Governor Janet Mills reminded voters Monday that she remains on the Democratic Senate primary ballot, despite having suspended her campaign a month ago.

Mills clarified that she had "suspended active" campaigning rather than formally withdrawing from the race, countering what she described as public perception that she had "dropped out" entirely. Her comments came as the presumed Democratic nominee, Graham Platner, faces renewed scrutiny.

Platner has been dealing with reports regarding personal conduct, specifically allegations involving inappropriate communications with women outside his marriage. The controversy has created uncertainty within the Democratic primary as voters prepare to make their choice.

Mills originally stepped back from active campaigning in the Senate race last month, though she maintained her position on the ballot. Her statement Monday appeared designed to remind voters that they retain the option to support her candidacy despite her reduced campaign activity.

The timing of Mills' reminder suggests the ongoing controversy surrounding Platner may have created an opening for her potential re-engagement in the race. Maine's Democratic primary will determine who faces the Republican nominee in the general election for the Senate seat.