In 2026 Susan Collins revealed that she had a condition called essential tremor. A neurological disorder, it causes involuntary trembling, most commonly of the hands and arms. In the case of Collins, the condition has affected her hands, head, and voice. She also stated that she has had essential tremor for her entire Senate career.
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