Austin Theriault, a former NASCAR driver, is making headlines as he seeks to unseat Democratic Representative Jared Golden in the upcoming Maine election. Theriault, a Republican, is hoping to become Maine’s first Republican representative since 1994.
Theriault is a native of Fort Kent, Maine and has been involved in the racing world since he was a child. He began racing go-karts at the age of eight and eventually moved up to the NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2017. During his time in NASCAR, Theriault won two races and earned two top-five finishes.
Theriault has been an advocate for veterans’ issues since his retirement from NASCAR in 2018. He has been active in the community and has spoken out on issues such as veterans’ access to healthcare and the need for better mental health services for veterans. He has also been vocal about the need for more job opportunities for veterans in Maine.
Theriault is running on a platform of fiscal responsibility and limited government. He believes that government should be limited to providing essential services and that taxes should be kept low. He also supports a strong national defense and believes that the US should maintain a strong presence in the world.
Theriault is facing an uphill battle against incumbent Jared Golden, who has held the seat since 2018. Golden is a former Marine who served in Iraq and Afghanistan and is a strong advocate for veterans’ issues. He is also a staunch supporter of the Affordable Care Act and has been vocal about the need for more investment in infrastructure and renewable energy.
The race between Theriault and Golden is sure to be an interesting one. Both candidates have strong backgrounds in service and are passionate about their beliefs. It will be interesting to see how the election plays out and who will come out on top.
