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Hosts of 'Pod Save America,' former aides to Barack Obama, find Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner's rape allegation credible and urge his withdrawal from the race.
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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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Amid mounting accusations, prominent Democrats withdraw support and call for Platner to step down before a critical campaign deadline.
Fox News Latest | Jul 8, 2026, 1:31 AM
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Democratic leader Zohran Mamdani joins others in calling for Graham Platner to exit the Maine Senate race following a rape allegation.
Fox News Latest | Jul 7, 2026, 4:11 PM
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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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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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Veteran Democratic strategist James Carville faulted Maine Democrats for insufficient opposition research on Senate candidate Graham Platner, following serious accusations against the candidate.
Fox News Latest | Jul 9, 2026, 1:43 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 a sexual assault allegation he denies, Graham Platner faces calls from prominent Democrats to withdraw and accusations of trying to influence the selection of his replacement.
Guardian US | Jul 8, 2026, 2:01 PM
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Bernie Sanders urges Platner to step aside as allegations and controversies mount, while far-left commentator Cenk Uygur accuses media of political targeting.
Fox News Latest | Jul 8, 2026, 12:53 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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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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Following a Politico report alleging sexual assault, Senator Bernie Sanders and other prominent Democrats have called on Graham Platner to step aside from the Maine Senate race.
The Hill | Jul 7, 2026, 12:59 PM
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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
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Jacinta Allan refuses to step aside despite factional power brokers indicating she lacks majority caucus support, signaling a potential contested leadership ballot within Victoria's Labor Party.
ABC Australia News | Jul 27, 2026, 1:13 AM
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Mohammed Shahabuddin, a former ally of ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina, steps down halfway through his term, intensifying Hasina's isolation as she plans to return from exile.
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Nirav Shah steps aside to unify Democrats against Senator Susan Collins after a crowded primary field and recent candidate suspensions.
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Democrat Graham Platner received positive coverage from major media outlets before withdrawing from the Maine Senate race following multiple scandals.
Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 11:32 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%3EWORLD%3C%2Ftext%3E%0A%3C%2Fsvg%3E)
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President Volodymyr Zelenskyy initiates cabinet reshuffle amid political strategy shift; successor not yet confirmed.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 14, 2026, 2:15 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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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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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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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