Jackson Emerges as Maine Dems' Pick to Replace Platner in High-Stakes Senate Race
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Following Graham Platner's withdrawal amid sexual-assault allegations, Troy Jackson has emerged as the Democratic frontrunner to replace him in Maine's U.S. Senate race; a 601-delegate special convention on July 25 will formally choose the nominee, with Jackson securing broad endorsements from rivals, unions, and major Democrats as the party aims to flip the seat held by Susan Collins.
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