Episode Details

In this episode of the Muddy Waters Podcast, host Chuck Ellis interviews Joshua Pietrowicz, a Republican candidate running in Maine’s 1st Congressional District primary to challenge incumbent Democrat Chellie Pingree in the 2026 election.Josh shares his journey—from grassroots runs as an independent to going full-time on this race after leaving his sales job—and lays out his platform to **Make America Affordable for Americans**. Topics include: - Ending reckless money printing and rejecting massive, unread omnibus bills - Expanding the child tax credit to support families and birth rates - Addressing corporate greed in healthcare, big pharma, and food policy (“Make America Healthy Again”) - Using tariffs to reshore jobs, protect Maine agriculture, and rebuild national defense - Principled conservatism: voting conscience over party lines, humane immigration enforcement, and fiscal responsibility A candid, wide-ranging conversation on why Maine families are struggling, how Washington fails the average American, and what it will take to finally flip this long-held Democratic seat. Whether you’re a voter in CD1, a primary supporter, or just want unfiltered insight into Maine politics, this episode delivers.Subscribe to Muddy Waters for more interviews with Maine candidates, citizens, and newsmakers shining light on what mainstream media often ignores. Visit muddywaters.us for merch, Clear Stream Coffee, and more. #MaineCD1 #JoshuaPietrowicz #ChelliePingree #2026Midterms #MainePolitics #ConservativePodcast