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Multiple credible accusations against Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner prompt calls for his withdrawal from the race by party leaders and prominent Democrats.
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Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner faces growing calls to withdraw following new accusations of sexual assault and multiple credible allegations.
The Hill | Jul 6, 2026, 11:50 PM
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Former Vice President Kamala Harris expressed support for Troy Jackson, the Democratic nominee replacing Graham Platner in Maine's U.S. Senate race, highlighting the challenge of a short campaign period.
Fox News Latest | Jul 28, 2026, 3:10 PM
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Following the withdrawal of Graham Platner amid sexual assault allegations, Maine Democrats selected progressive Troy Jackson as their nominee in a hastily organized convention.
Guardian US | Jul 26, 2026, 9:38 AM
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Illinois Senator Tammy Duckworth opposes Nirav Shah’s run for Maine Senate, citing his handling of a deadly Legionnaires’ disease outbreak at an Illinois veterans home that killed 13 people.
Fox News Latest | Jul 11, 2026, 1:57 AM
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Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner resists pressure to withdraw as political tensions rise alongside renewed U.S.-Iran hostilities.
Reason | Jul 9, 2026, 3:02 AM
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Veteran Democratic strategist James Carville faulted Maine Democrats for insufficient opposition research on Senate candidate Graham Platner, following serious accusations against the candidate.
Fox News Latest | Jul 9, 2026, 1:43 AM
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Following a sexual assault allegation he denies, Graham Platner faces calls from prominent Democrats to withdraw and accusations of trying to influence the selection of his replacement.
Guardian US | Jul 8, 2026, 2:01 PM
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Following serious sexual assault allegations, progressive Senator Bernie Sanders and other Democrats call on Graham Platner to step down as Maine’s Senate candidate.
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As Graham Platner suspends his campaign, Maine Democratic Senate hopefuls discuss adopting elements of his platform while preparing to challenge Sen. Susan Collins.
NBC Politics | Jul 17, 2026, 1:15 AM
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Graham Platner faces pressure to withdraw from the U.S. Senate race following sexual assault accusations, with the Maine Democratic Party asserting he has no role in choosing his replacement.
Fox News Latest | Jul 8, 2026, 12:49 PM
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The Senate Leadership Fund targets Jackson with a major ad campaign following his last-minute nomination after Graham Platner's withdrawal.
Daily Caller | Jul 27, 2026, 2:01 AM
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Following Graham Platner's exit amid allegations, Maine Democrats consolidate support for former state Senate President Troy Jackson ahead of the party's nominating convention.
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With top contenders Shenna Bellows and Nirav Shah withdrawing, former Maine Senate President Troy Jackson is poised to become the Democratic nominee to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins.
Fox News Latest | Jul 20, 2026, 2:22 AM
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Following a collapse in poll numbers due to serious allegations, Graham Platner exits the race, allowing Democrats to seek a new candidate by July 27.
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Following reports of past violent behavior by an ICE officer involved in a fatal shooting in Maine, Democratic lawmakers call for a review of ICE hiring practices and further investigation.
Guardian US | Jul 17, 2026, 11:51 PM
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Platner formally suspended his campaign following sexual assault accusations, prompting the Maine Democratic Party to seek a replacement candidate.
CBS Politics | Jul 11, 2026, 2:23 AM
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The progressive Maine Democratic Senate candidate suspended his campaign following serious allegations, highlighting the intense scrutiny candidates face in 2026.
Fox News Latest | Jul 9, 2026, 9:51 AM
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The Maine Democratic Party alleges that Graham Platner's campaign is attempting to sway the selection process for his potential Senate replacement, a claim denied by Platner's team.
NPR News | Jul 8, 2026, 2:19 PM
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Following sexual assault allegations against Senate candidate Graham Platner, Maine Democratic Party leadership says his campaign has tried to influence the selection of his potential replacement.
The Hill | Jul 8, 2026, 3:52 AM
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Following sexual assault allegations against Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner, Senator Bernie Sanders has recommended that Platner withdraw from the race.
CBS Politics | Jul 7, 2026, 5:28 PM
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Sanders says he urged Platner to withdraw after allegations surfaced but stands by his initial endorsement.
Fox News Latest | Jul 27, 2026, 1:14 AM
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Former state Senate President Troy Jackson was selected as the Democratic candidate in Maine's closely watched Senate race, replacing Graham Platner who withdrew amid allegations.
NBC Politics | Jul 26, 2026, 10:24 AM
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Republican Blake Miguez, accused of rape in a 2007 police report which he denies, considers where to run following Louisiana’s redrawn congressional districts and aims to secure former President Donald Trump’s endorsement again.
Guardian US | Jul 23, 2026, 10:42 PM