"He's screwing us into political oblivion," said one House member.
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She announced her bid to replace Graham Platner one day after he said he would suspend his campaign.
The FBI director has long battled allegations that he is using the perks of his office for personal gain.
He's already unsuccessfully run for the seat but is ready to give it another shot.
Republicans had welcomed Graham Platner as a foil to Collins, who is trying to win a sixth Senate term in a state that voted for Kamala Harris in 2024.
No smoking guns have been found, but the Oversight Committee is likely to continue probing powerful associates of the late, convicted sex offender.
How we got here
The progressive Democratic lawyer was key to bringing forward sexual misconduct allegations against former Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.).
Collins' team thought Platner's baggage gave her the best shot at reelection.
GOP rips Platner on the way out