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Democrats Urge Graham Platner to End Campaign as U.S. Strikes Iran Over Strait of Hormuz Attacks

Amid escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, more Democrats call for Graham Platner to withdraw from the race while the U.S. conducts new military strikes against Iran.

Jul 8, 2026, 1:57 AM CBS Politics

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On July 7, 2026, multiple Democrats intensified calls for Graham Platner to end his campaign. Concurrently, the United States launched new strikes against Iran in response to attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime passage.

These developments were reported during the broadcast "The Takeout with Major Garrett," highlighting the growing political and military tensions involving Iran and U.S. interests in the region.

The Strait of Hormuz remains a focal point of conflict, with the U.S. responding militarily to recent Iranian actions. Meanwhile, the political pressure on Graham Platner from within his party continues to mount.

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