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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.
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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.
NBC Politics | Jul 21, 2026, 10:04 AM%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Cpath%20d%3D%22M0%20706%20L1536%20432%20L1536%201024%20L0%201024%20Z%22%20fill%3D%22%23f3f5f7%22%20opacity%3D%220.18%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Cpath%20d%3D%22M1060%200%20L1536%200%20L1536%201024%20L1250%201024%20Z%22%20fill%3D%22%23cc0000%22%20opacity%3D%220.38%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Crect%20x%3D%2284%22%20y%3D%2288%22%20width%3D%22210%22%20height%3D%2218%22%20fill%3D%22%23cc0000%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Ctext%20x%3D%2284%22%20y%3D%22164%22%20fill%3D%22%23ffffff%22%20font-family%3D%22Arial%2C%20Helvetica%2C%20sans-serif%22%20font-size%3D%2264%22%20font-weight%3D%22900%22%3EPOLITICS%3C%2Ftext%3E%0A%3C%2Fsvg%3E)
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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.
CBS Politics | Jul 20, 2026, 3:47 PM%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Cpath%20d%3D%22M0%20706%20L1536%20432%20L1536%201024%20L0%201024%20Z%22%20fill%3D%22%239fd2d6%22%20opacity%3D%220.18%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Cpath%20d%3D%22M1060%200%20L1536%200%20L1536%201024%20L1250%201024%20Z%22%20fill%3D%22%23c23b22%22%20opacity%3D%220.38%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Crect%20x%3D%2284%22%20y%3D%2288%22%20width%3D%22210%22%20height%3D%2218%22%20fill%3D%22%23c23b22%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Ctext%20x%3D%2284%22%20y%3D%22164%22%20fill%3D%22%23ffffff%22%20font-family%3D%22Arial%2C%20Helvetica%2C%20sans-serif%22%20font-size%3D%2264%22%20font-weight%3D%22900%22%3EPOLITICS%3C%2Ftext%3E%0A%3C%2Fsvg%3E)
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Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows ends her Senate primary campaign, citing escalating attacks on democracy, as former state Senate President Troy Jackson emerges as the leading Democratic contender.
The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 4:14 PM
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Sen. John Kennedy supports ongoing strikes and blockade against Iran, while Maine Democrats nominate Troy Jackson for Senate; Trump administration grapples with cyclospora outbreaks amid midterm election forecasts.
The Hill | Jul 26, 2026, 10:14 PM
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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%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Cpath%20d%3D%22M0%20706%20L1536%20432%20L1536%201024%20L0%201024%20Z%22%20fill%3D%22%239fd2d6%22%20opacity%3D%220.18%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Cpath%20d%3D%22M1060%200%20L1536%200%20L1536%201024%20L1250%201024%20Z%22%20fill%3D%22%23c23b22%22%20opacity%3D%220.38%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Crect%20x%3D%2284%22%20y%3D%2288%22%20width%3D%22210%22%20height%3D%2218%22%20fill%3D%22%23c23b22%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Ctext%20x%3D%2284%22%20y%3D%22164%22%20fill%3D%22%23ffffff%22%20font-family%3D%22Arial%2C%20Helvetica%2C%20sans-serif%22%20font-size%3D%2264%22%20font-weight%3D%22900%22%3EGENERAL%3C%2Ftext%3E%0A%3C%2Fsvg%3E)
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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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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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Jackson's delegates secured over 90% of delegate slots in Maine's key counties, positioning him strongly for the upcoming midterm election against Republican Senator Susan Collins.
Fox News Latest | Jul 19, 2026, 1:21 PM
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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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Following a new sexual assault allegation, top Democrats and veterans organizations call on Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner to exit the race, while Platner denies the claims and considers his next steps.
The Hill | Jul 7, 2026, 1:13 AM
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Months before the general election, Governor Janet Mills refrains from endorsing Democratic Senate nominee Troy Jackson, while criticizing incumbent Susan Collins.
The Hill | Jul 29, 2026, 5:21 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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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%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Cpath%20d%3D%22M0%20706%20L1536%20432%20L1536%201024%20L0%201024%20Z%22%20fill%3D%22%23f3f5f7%22%20opacity%3D%220.18%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Cpath%20d%3D%22M1060%200%20L1536%200%20L1536%201024%20L1250%201024%20Z%22%20fill%3D%22%23cc0000%22%20opacity%3D%220.38%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Crect%20x%3D%2284%22%20y%3D%2288%22%20width%3D%22210%22%20height%3D%2218%22%20fill%3D%22%23cc0000%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Ctext%20x%3D%2284%22%20y%3D%22164%22%20fill%3D%22%23ffffff%22%20font-family%3D%22Arial%2C%20Helvetica%2C%20sans-serif%22%20font-size%3D%2264%22%20font-weight%3D%22900%22%3EUS%3C%2Ftext%3E%0A%3C%2Fsvg%3E)
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Following the withdrawal of Graham Platner amid scandal, Maine Democrats back former legislator Troy Jackson for Senate. Meanwhile, Bulgaria requests parliamentary approval to host US tanker aircraft to support Middle East operations.
Guardian US | Jul 20, 2026, 12:08 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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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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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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Following allegations against Graham Platner, Maine Democrats consider potential candidates to replace him ahead of the 2026 Senate race against Susan Collins.
Fox News Latest | Jul 8, 2026, 10:32 AM
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Senator Mark Kelly expresses confidence in Troy Jackson's ability to defeat Republican Senator Susan Collins after Jackson replaced Graham Platner on the ballot.
NBC Politics | Jul 27, 2026, 12:23 AM
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Sheinelle Jones discusses writing her book 'Through Mom's Eyes' during her husband Uche’s cancer fight and her emotional return to the TODAY Show.
NBC Politics | Jul 26, 2026, 10:29 PM
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At a House Oversight Committee hearing, Rep. Brandon Gill pressed the American Bar Association president on whether diversity principles could justify rejecting a third Black Supreme Court justice nomination.
Fox News Latest | Jul 23, 2026, 4:48 PM
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President Donald Trump visited Georgia to support Republican Mike Collins in his Senate bid against incumbent Jon Ossoff.
NBC Politics | Jul 23, 2026, 6:03 AM