Maine Democrats Prepare for Possible Replacement of Graham Platner on Senate Ballot
Following allegations against Graham Platner, Maine Democrats consider potential candidates to replace him ahead of the 2026 Senate race against Susan Collins.
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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.
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Warren Petersen, who provided FBI with 2020 election records, is set to challenge incumbent Kris Mayes in November.
The Hill | Jul 22, 2026, 7:00 AM
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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.
NBC Politics | Jul 26, 2026, 10:24 AM
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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 AMpolitics
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 PMgeneral
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 AMpolitics
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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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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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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Key Republicans demand full eradication of the $1.776 billion fund before approving Todd Blanche as attorney general nominee.
Washington Times News | Jul 26, 2026, 10:27 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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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 AMgeneral
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 PMpolitics
In a meeting at the Oval Office, President Trump urged newly-appointed Sen. Darline Graham Nordone to enter the special Republican primary for a full term in the South Carolina Senate.
The Hill | Jul 17, 2026, 8:23 PM
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President Donald Trump has urged South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster to appoint Darline Graham Nordone, sister of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, as interim senator until January.
NBC Politics | Jul 13, 2026, 5:25 PM
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US President Donald Trump declines to sign a bipartisan housing affordability bill, calling it “a big yawn,” and protests the Senate's inability to pass his election reform legislation, the Save America Act.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 10, 2026, 2:25 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 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 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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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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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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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis expresses skepticism about the federal SAVE Act’s chances of passage before Congress’s August break, while Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer calls the bill 'dead on arrival.'
The Hill | Jul 28, 2026, 8:21 PM
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At a funeral service on July 28, 2026, President Trump praised the late Senator Lindsey Graham for his Senate career, friendship, and family devotion.
The Hill | Jul 28, 2026, 8:15 PM
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Senator Lindsey Graham, a prominent US politician and military veteran, was honoured in memorial services at the US Capitol and Washington National Cathedral, attended by lawmakers and global leaders.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 28, 2026, 7:53 PMShowing 1-24 of 378 articles.