NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner claimed that he has been able to “make a living on the sea” since leaving the armed forces during a Friday rally, an assertion his financial disclosures don’t appear to support. Platner, who is running for Senate in Maine to unseat incumbent … Read more
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! PORTLAND, Maine — Voters in Maine are just one day away from deciding which Democrat they want to represent them in the U.S. Senate, and residents who spoke to Fox News are mixed on whether Graham Platner’s swirling controversies disqualify him from seeking the office. “He’s a … Read more
Washington — Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna of California on Sunday condemned Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner’s alleged conduct toward women, but said he has taken “accountability” for his actions. “His actions were misogynistic, they were shameful, they were wrong, but they didn’t come as a surprise to a lot of the folks in Maine,” … Read more
Rep. Ro Khanna, who appeared at a rally with Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner of Maine despite accusations about his past behavior, told “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan” that Platner’s alleged actions were “misogynistic, they were shameful, they were wrong. But they didn’t come as a surprise to a lot of folks in Maine.” … Read more
Some of Maine Gov. Janet Mills’ most ardent supporters are encouraging her to reactivate her suspended Senate campaign as fellow Democrat Graham Platner faces new allegations of “toxic” behavior towards three ex-girlfriends, which he has denied. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. But while the latest … Read more
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A sitting Democratic Senator, who is one of Graham Platner’s top donors, is now drawing backlash for shrugging off the most recent allegations of misconduct that have followed the controversial Maine Senate candidate. Platner has received $10,000 in the form of two $5,000 donations from Sen. Sheldon … Read more
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., says she needs time to review new reporting surrounding Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner before giving her thoughts on new allegations of aggressive behavior. “This all kind of just came out. I’ve been doing legislative business on the floor, so I need to … Read more
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Some of Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner’s ex-girlfriends spoke out in a damning report Thursday, which chronicled new allegations of rape fantasies, heavy drinking and violent episodes. Platner continues to be under fire for a chest tattoo called the Totenkopf; used by Nazi death camp guards, … Read more
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner built a national reputation as an anti-corporate crusader while cashing checks written by lobbyists and executives representing those same corporations, campaign finance documents show. Platner has made criticism of big tech, the pharmaceutical industry, large banks and defense contractors a cornerstone … Read more
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner has emerged as one of the party’s fastest-rising political figures, drawing national attention for his populist message and outsider image. But as his profile has grown, so has scrutiny of his past conduct, with controversies ranging from sexually explicit messages and … Read more