Maine Democratic Senate Candidate Graham Platner Withdraws Amid Controversy
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.
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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.
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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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Her withdrawal sets the stage for a primary contest between Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens.
NBC Politics | Jul 8, 2026, 1:58 AM
politics
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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Fox News Latest | Jul 7, 2026, 10:54 AM
politics
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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Rising voter dissatisfaction with incumbents and President Trump’s low approval ratings pose challenges for Republican control of Congress ahead of upcoming elections.
The Hill | Jul 6, 2026, 10:59 AM
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McMorrow’s exit narrows the Democratic primary to a contest between progressive Abdul El-Sayed and centrist Haley Stevens for the seat vacated by Gary Peters.
Guardian US | Jul 6, 2026, 1:26 AM
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The Hill | Jul 2, 2026, 5:16 PM
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The Hill | Jul 1, 2026, 3:45 AM
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The Hill | Jul 1, 2026, 3:42 AM
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Fox News Latest | Jul 1, 2026, 3:39 AM
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The state's highest court upheld a lower court decision overturning the removal of a Senate candidate sharing the name of incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan.
The Hill | Jun 30, 2026, 9:52 PM
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Fox News Latest | Jun 27, 2026, 9:17 PM
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A judge overturns the disqualification of a challenger sharing the same name and party as the incumbent US Senator, allowing him on the August primary ballot.
South China Morning Post World | Jun 27, 2026, 7:36 PMShowing 49-65 of 65 articles.