Platner weighs future in Maine Senate race after new allegation
TL;DR
Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner denies a newly reported 2021 sexual-assault allegation, says he’s reflecting on the best path forward as several prominent supporters rescind endorsements; the controversy unfolds ahead of a July 13 withdrawal deadline, with some Democrats citing serious concerns and others withholding judgment while campaign statements frame the claims as a smear.
- Graham Platner considering ‘best path forward’ in Maine Senate race after denying sexual assault claim NBC News
- Exclusive: Woman who dated Graham Platner says he sexually assaulted her Politico
- Platner’s unraveling may keep the Senate in play for Democrats The Hill
- Woman accuses Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner of sexual assault The Guardian
- Woman alleges Graham Platner raped her in 2021 while they were dating, which he denies CNN
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