Platner Sexting Scandal Clouds Maine Senate Bid

Before the Maine Democratic primary, Senate hopeful Graham Platner is under fresh scrutiny after his wife revealed he sent sexually explicit texts to multiple women after marriage, a development that could complicate Democrats’ path to flipping the seat held by Susan Collins. The controversy joins past baggage (old Reddit posts and a Nazi-symbol tattoo) that have hounded his campaign. Polls show Platner ahead in Maine, but Republicans are ready to attack on character, while some Democrats acknowledge the voters will decide based on issues.