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The Democratic candidate for Senate in Maine, Graham Platner, has officially withdrawn from the race following rape allegations which he denies.
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The body of 18-year-old Nolan Wells was found on Horn Island after a Fourth of July trip with friends, prompting questions and an independent investigation.
Guardian US | Jul 11, 2026, 6:28 PM
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The unexpected controversies surrounding former candidate Graham Platner have disrupted the Maine Senate race, leaving Democrats questioning their strategy and prospects.
Guardian US | Jul 11, 2026, 1:49 PM
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Shahidul Islam, who allegedly killed his sister-in-law in Lake County, Florida, fled to a sanctuary city after re-entering the U.S. following deportation.
Fox News Latest | Jul 11, 2026, 9:45 AM
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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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Democratic nominee Graham Platner ends his campaign amid multiple scandals, prompting Maine Democrats to select a new candidate before the July 27 deadline.
Guardian US | Jul 11, 2026, 2:18 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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Democratic groups withdrew over $6.2 million in ad reservations in Maine shortly before sexual assault allegations emerged against candidate Graham Platner.
Fox News Latest | Jul 10, 2026, 3:31 PM
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Graham Platner ends his Senate bid following sexual assault allegations, delivering a contentious farewell video blaming establishment Democrats and media forces.
Guardian US | Jul 10, 2026, 11:24 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.
Reason | Jul 10, 2026, 9:30 AM
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Following sexual assault allegations against Graham Platner, Maine Democrats are rapidly positioning candidates to replace him as their Senate nominee against GOP Sen. Susan Collins.
CBS Politics | Jul 9, 2026, 11:15 PM
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Following Graham Platner’s withdrawal from the Maine US Senate race amid sexual assault allegations, progressive groups and lawmakers are rallying behind new candidates while centrist Democrats urge caution.
Guardian US | Jul 9, 2026, 10:28 PM
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Facing multiple allegations and loss of key endorsements, Platner will file paperwork to exit the race by the July 13 deadline, allowing Maine Democrats to select a new nominee.
The Hill | Jul 9, 2026, 9:43 PM
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Bellows enters the race to replace Graham Platner as the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Maine after Platner suspended his campaign amid sexual misconduct allegations.
The Hill | Jul 9, 2026, 9:08 PM
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Following allegations of sexual assault, Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner has suspended his campaign, leaving Democrats scrambling for a replacement ahead of the general election.
Fox News Latest | Jul 9, 2026, 8:07 PM
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Democrat Graham Platner has withdrawn from the U.S. Senate race, while Ben Crump steps in to investigate the July Fourth weekend death of Nolan Wells.
NPR News | Jul 9, 2026, 4:58 PM
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Following her loss in the Texas Democratic Senate primary, Rep. Jasmine Crockett labeled the race as racist and plans to support Black candidates down ballot instead of campaigning with nominee James Talarico.
Fox News Latest | Jul 9, 2026, 4:21 PM
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Following attacks on cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz, US military strikes on Iran continue as President Trump declares interim war agreement over.
Guardian US | Jul 9, 2026, 1:54 PM
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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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Following rape allegations against Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner, Dan Kleban, owner of Maine Beer Company, announces his bid for the nomination.
The Hill | Jul 9, 2026, 7:35 AM
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Graham Platner’s exit from Maine’s Senate race following sexual misconduct allegations threatens Democratic efforts to secure Senate control and limit Donald Trump’s final term.
Guardian US | Jul 9, 2026, 4:59 AM
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Democratic nominee Graham Platner halts his US Senate bid following accusations of sexual assault, which he denies, amid pressure from party officials.
BBC World | Jul 9, 2026, 4:53 AM
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Following allegations against primary winner Graham Platner, Maine Democrats have until July 27 to choose a new candidate to challenge Republican Susan Collins in a crucial Senate race.
Guardian US | Jul 9, 2026, 4:34 AM
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Platner, a Marine veteran and political newcomer, suspends campaign despite denying the accusation, leaving Maine Democrats with limited time to select a replacement candidate.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 9, 2026, 4:02 AM