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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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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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State Rep. Valli Geiger says Senate candidate Graham Platner encouraged her to consider replacing him if he withdraws, though he has not formally dropped out.
Fox News Latest | Jul 8, 2026, 11:57 PM
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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 US military strikes near the Strait of Hormuz, President Donald Trump calls off the fragile ceasefire with Iran, labeling its leaders as 'scum'.
Guardian US | Jul 8, 2026, 12:53 PM
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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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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 serious sexual assault allegations, progressive Senator Bernie Sanders and other Democrats call on Graham Platner to step down as Maine’s Senate candidate.
Guardian US | Jul 7, 2026, 5:31 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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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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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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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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Following the withdrawal of Graham Platner amid controversy, Maine Democrats have quickly united behind former Senate President Troy Jackson to avoid a divisive primary battle.
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Democrat Dan Kleban responds to a fatal ICE-involved shooting in Maine as he campaigns to replace Senator Graham Platner.
NBC Politics | Jul 14, 2026, 10:59 PM
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President Donald Trump calls the late Sen. Lindsey Graham a 'great friend' following his sudden death, while South Carolina's former governor endorses the appointment of Graham's sister to his Senate seat.
NBC Politics | Jul 14, 2026, 12:36 AM
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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.
NBC Politics | Jul 11, 2026, 8:26 PM
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Members of the Future Caucus discuss bipartisan efforts to support their communities amid ongoing political tensions.
NBC Politics | Jul 11, 2026, 4:33 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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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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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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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 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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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