Maine Democrats Prepare for Possible Replacement of Graham Platner on Senate Ballot
Following allegations against Graham Platner, Maine Democrats consider potential candidates to replace him ahead of the 2026 Senate race against Susan Collins.
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Following allegations against Graham Platner, Maine Democrats consider potential candidates to replace him ahead of the 2026 Senate race against Susan Collins.
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Several Democrats who gained prominence at the 2024 Democratic National Convention, including Mallory McMorrow, Jack Schlossberg, and Jasmine Crockett, have struggled in recent primaries, raising questions about the value of establishment support.
NBC Politics | Jul 8, 2026, 9:51 AM
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Fox News Latest | Jul 8, 2026, 8:38 AM
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Amid sexual assault allegations denied by him, Democratic candidate Graham Platner faces mounting pressure to withdraw from Maine’s Senate race, potentially impacting Democrats’ Senate flip chances.
NBC Politics | Jul 8, 2026, 5:50 AM
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A rape allegation against Graham Platner has led to the collapse of his far-left backing and jeopardized the Democratic effort to unseat Republican Senator Susan Collins in Maine.
Washington Times News | Jul 8, 2026, 3:33 AM
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Democratic Representative Debbie Dingell calls for Graham Platner to exit the Maine Senate race following rape allegations he denies, highlighting concerns within the Democratic Party.
NBC Politics | Jul 8, 2026, 3:27 AM
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Rep. Haley Stevens and former Wayne County health director Abdul El-Sayed faced off in a key Democratic primary debate following the suspension of state Sen. Mallory McMorrow's campaign.
The Hill | Jul 8, 2026, 3:13 AM
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Her withdrawal sets the stage for a primary contest between Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens.
NBC Politics | Jul 8, 2026, 1:58 AM
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With sexual assault allegations against Graham Platner, Maine Democrats must decide by July 27 whether to select a new Senate candidate for the general election ballot.
CBS Politics | Jul 7, 2026, 9:24 PM
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With state Sen. Mallory McMorrow out, the Michigan Democratic Senate primary narrows to a contest between moderate Haley Stevens and progressive Abdul El-Sayed.
The Hill | Jul 7, 2026, 9:04 PM
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Abdul El-Sayed and other Democrats prepare for a key debate as Gary Peters retires after 12 years in the Senate.
The Hill | Jul 7, 2026, 3:44 PM
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Graham Platner, who won the Democratic primary to challenge Senator Susan Collins, is accused of assaulting a woman in 2021, raising concerns ahead of the November election.
Reason | Jul 7, 2026, 1:48 PM
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The televised debate follows the withdrawal of a third candidate, intensifying the contest for the Democratic nomination in Michigan's Senate race.
CBS Politics | Jul 7, 2026, 11:12 AM
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Guardian US | Jul 7, 2026, 10:33 AM
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Following new sexual assault allegations against Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, prominent Democrats have rescinded their endorsements and called for his withdrawal from the race.
Daily Caller | Jul 7, 2026, 8:27 AM
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Maine’s Democratic party leadership and prominent figures call on Senate candidate Graham Platner to step down following sexual assault accusations.
Guardian US | Jul 7, 2026, 2:49 AM
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Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner faces multiple sexual assault allegations, with a key withdrawal deadline approaching for the Democratic Party to select a replacement nominee.
The Hill | Jul 7, 2026, 1:18 AM
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Progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed becomes frontrunner in Michigan Democratic primary after Mallory McMorrow drops out. Meanwhile, Paul Pelosi is under investigation for a hit-and-run incident in California.
Guardian US | Jul 6, 2026, 12:20 PM
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The Hill | Jul 6, 2026, 10:59 AM
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Facing dwindling support, Michigan Democrat Mallory McMorrow has ended her bid for the U.S. Senate nomination, leaving two left-leaning candidates to compete in the primary.
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