Graham Platner Withdraws from Maine Senate Race Amid Allegations
Platner formally suspended his campaign following sexual assault accusations, prompting the Maine Democratic Party to seek a replacement candidate.
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Platner formally suspended his campaign following sexual assault accusations, prompting the Maine Democratic Party to seek a replacement candidate.
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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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Guardian US | Jul 10, 2026, 4:17 AM
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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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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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The Hill | Jul 9, 2026, 7:51 AM
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Oyster farmer and Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner suspends his campaign following multiple allegations of sexual misconduct and other controversies.
The Hill | Jul 9, 2026, 7:09 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
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The Democratic Party faces challenges in Maine as nominee Graham Platner exits the Senate race following multiple allegations, prompting calls for a swift replacement.
CBS Politics | Jul 9, 2026, 12:50 AM
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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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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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US-Iran tensions escalate with US striking 80 targets near the Strait of Hormuz, while several political and legal controversies unfold in the US.
Fox News Latest | Jul 8, 2026, 11:32 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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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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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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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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NATO leaders convene to address defense budget commitments under pressure from the US, while allegations against Maine Senate candidate Platner prompt calls for his withdrawal.
Guardian US | Jul 7, 2026, 3:10 PM
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NATO leaders convene to address defense budget commitments amid pressure from the US and ongoing diplomatic strains involving Donald Trump. Meanwhile, Maine Senate candidate Platner faces serious allegations, which he denies.
Guardian US | Jul 7, 2026, 2:54 PM
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For the first time, the Supreme Court decided more cases through secretive, expedited votes with minimal explanation than through traditional open court hearings, raising concerns about transparency and judicial accountability.
ProPublica | Jul 7, 2026, 10:06 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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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 AMShowing 25-48 of 56 articles.