- Graham Platner is running against Collins for the Maine Senate seat, with support from Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand.
- Under pressure from calls for withdrawal by both Kirsten Gillibrand and Chuck Schumer, Graham Platner faces a critical juncture in his competitive race against Collins.
- Elizabeth Warren advised Graham Platner to step aside from the race after he faced pressure from Democratic leadership regarding allegations.
- Allegations forced the Maine Democratic Party to reconsider Graham Platner as a potential nominee.
Graham Platner withdrew from the nomination race amid sexual assault allegations, facing scrutiny from Donald Trump and progressive backing.
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Updated Jul 25
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What happened
Graham Platner withdrew from the nomination race amid sexual assault allegations, facing scrutiny from Donald Trump and progressive backing.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutKeep exploring
Part of
Allegations forced the Maine Democratic Party to reconsider Graham Platner as a potential nominee.Also in this story
- Allegations forced Graham Platner to consider dropping out, with Mamdani's aides stepping in to represent him.
- The Maine Senate race is facing allegations and pressure, prompting Democrats to consider Kamala Harris after endorsements fail.
- The Maine Democratic Party called for Graham Platner to withdraw candidacy, and End Citizens United pulled its endorsement.
The entities involved
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Graham Platner
American oyster farmer, harbormaster, and political candidate
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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Bernie Sanders
United States Senator from Vermont
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Coverage
Newest first; wire copies grouped- dailymail.comTroy Jackson to replace Graham Platner for Maine Senate race
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- idahostatejournal.com