Graham Platner drops Maine Senate bid: What that means for Democrats | Elections News
Graham Platner, a Maine Senate candidate, withdrew from the race amid allegations of sexual assault by a former partner. The scandal has rocked the Democratic Party's hopes for flipping the seat and gaining control of the Senate. Susan Collins, the incumbent Republican senator, is now seen as a stronger contender due to Platner's withdrawal. The Maine Democratic Party will select a new candidate within two weeks.
9 JUL 2026
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Democrat Graham Platner Out Of US Senate Race After Rape Allegation
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Graham Platner's withdrawal from the Maine Senate race due to sexual assault allegations has significantly impacted the Democratic Party's Senate control hopes.
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