Vice President JD Vance is scheduled to visit Bangor on Thursday, May 14, for a public event hosted by the Maine Republican Party.

According to the Maine Republican Party, Vance will speak at BGR Aviation FBO at Bangor International Airport. The event is set for 11:30am, with the vice president’s remarks scheduled to begin at 12:30pm.

The visit comes as Maine prepares for several high-stakes races, including a highly contested U.S. Senate race, as well as races for governor and the state Legislature.

Details about specific topics Vance is expected to address have not yet been released, however major fraud stories involving the state are expected to be discussed.

This will mark Vice President Vance’s first known visit to Maine in 2026 as vice president.

Further details, including security measures and traffic impacts around Bangor International Airport, are expected to be released closer to the event.

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