Democratic Senate Candidate Graham Platner Faces Rape Allegations
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.
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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.
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Democratic Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner is accused of sexual assault by Jenny Racicot, leading to a likely campaign suspension.
Reason | Jul 7, 2026, 8:25 AM
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Democratic leaders urge nominee Graham Platner to withdraw following accusations of sexual assault, threatening the party’s efforts to gain Senate control.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 7, 2026, 7:10 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
politics
Serious allegations against Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner have intensified calls for his withdrawal, complicating Democrats' efforts to secure the Maine Senate seat.
The Hill | Jul 7, 2026, 1:17 AM
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The Hill | Jul 6, 2026, 10:59 AM
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Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis seek written assurances from the Justice Department regarding a Trump-IRS settlement, stalling the confirmation process.
NBC Politics | Jul 30, 2026, 2:52 AM
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President Trump promises a response after an unsuccessful attempt by Iran to attack U.S. troops.
NBC Politics | Jul 30, 2026, 2:04 AM
world
Following a prolonged dispute, the United States has ceased funding the World Health Organization through Gavi, while releasing $600 million directly to the vaccine alliance.
Al Jazeera | Jul 30, 2026, 12:51 AM
politics
President Trump downplays the possibility that Senator John Cornyn could block acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s Senate nomination, despite Cornyn’s expressed reservations.
The Hill | Jul 29, 2026, 10:56 PM
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Republican Senator John Cornyn demands written assurances on a $1.8bn fund and tax immunity provisions before backing Blanche’s nomination.
Guardian US | Jul 29, 2026, 9:00 PM
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Interim Attorney General Todd Blanche, a former defense lawyer for Donald Trump, encounters doubts from within the Republican Party as the Senate Judiciary Committee prepares to vote on his confirmation.
Al Jazeera | Jul 29, 2026, 8:56 PM
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A 2020 video reveals Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico discussing efforts to end over-policing of communities of color following Black Lives Matter protests.
Fox News Latest | Jul 29, 2026, 6:22 PM
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During a Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee hearing on July 29, 2026, Republican Senator Rand Paul ordered the removal of Dr. Anthony Fauci’s lawyer, David Schertler, for repeatedly interrupting the proceedings.
Daily Caller | Jul 29, 2026, 5:59 PM
politics
Sen. Rand Paul plans to push for a contempt vote after Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment rights during a Senate hearing on Capitol Hill.
The Hill | Jul 29, 2026, 5:23 PM
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Dr. Anthony Fauci declined to answer questions at a Senate hearing on the origins of Covid-19, citing fears of prosecution, as partisan disputes over the pandemic’s beginnings continue six years later.
Guardian US | Jul 29, 2026, 4:40 PM
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Senate Majority Leader John Thune cautions that advancing a budget resolution faces hurdles despite former President Trump's renewed demands for Senate action on funding the Iran war and raising the debt limit.
The Hill | Jul 29, 2026, 4:38 PM
politics
Senate Majority Leader John Thune cautions that the Senate currently lacks enough Republican support to move forward on a budget resolution aimed at funding the Iran war and raising the debt limit, following renewed demands from former President Trump.
The Hill | Jul 29, 2026, 4:21 PM
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Following a congressional hearing where Dr. Anthony Fauci repeatedly invoked his Fifth Amendment rights, Senator Rand Paul announced plans to pursue civil contempt charges.
Fox News Latest | Jul 29, 2026, 4:19 PM
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Former NIAID director Anthony Fauci refuses to answer questions on Covid-19 origins during a contentious Senate hearing, citing constitutional rights amid accusations from Republican Senator Rand Paul.
Guardian US | Jul 29, 2026, 3:53 PM
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During a Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee hearing, Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment while his attorney was removed for disrupting proceedings.
Fox News Latest | Jul 29, 2026, 2:56 PM
politics
Dr. Brett Giroir calls for transparency from Anthony Fauci ahead of his Senate testimony following the release of over 1,000 pages of Fauci’s pandemic diary entries.
The Hill | Jul 29, 2026, 2:36 AM
politics
Incumbent Governor Larry Rhoden is set to face Democrat Dan Ahlers in the November general election after defeating businessman Toby Doeden in the GOP primary runoff.
The Hill | Jul 29, 2026, 2:05 AM
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Clayton's confirmation may help resolve the impasse over renewing a key surveillance authority that expired in June.
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