Maine Democrats to hold nominating convention after Platner exit

Until Wednesday night, Graham Platner was the Democratic nominee seeking to unseat Maine’s Republican Sen. Susan Collins. He exited the Maine race after a credible allegation surfaced that he raped a former romantic partner, which he denies. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest. Source link

Here’s who’s vying to replace Graham Platner as Maine Democratic Senate nominee

Washington — Graham Platner’s move to suspend his Senate campaign this week after a woman accused him of sexual assault has prompted a mad dash in Maine, as Democrats position themselves as possible replacements to take on GOP Sen. Susan Collins in November.   After Platner officially files paperwork to withdraw, the Maine Democratic Party … Read more

Democrats are ‘completely stained’ after backing Platner through multiple scandals, Republicans charge

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Graham Platner is taking his name off the ballot, but the trail of debris left from the mounting controversies that brought down his nearly year-long insurgent Senate campaign in Maine is giving Republicans ammunition to use against Democrats in other crucial midterm races. “Democrats rolled in the … Read more

Platner Drops Main Senate Bid After Sexual Assault Allegation

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Democrats scramble to find replacement after Graham Platner drops out of Maine Senate race

Democrat Graham Platner suspended his Senate campaign in Maine following a sexual assault allegation, which he vehemently denied. CBS News’ Caitlin Huey-Burns has more on the news, and political consultant Kristian Ramos also joins to discuss. Source link