Democrats Withdraw Endorsements from Maine Senate Candidate Amid Assault Allegation
Prominent Democrats are withdrawing their endorsements from Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner following a report alleging he sexually assaulted a former girlfriend. Platner denies the allegation, but the controversy has thrown the critical race against Republican Sen. Susan Collins into…
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, July 7, 2026 —
Several prominent Democrats have rescinded their endorsements for Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner after a report surfaced alleging he committed sexual assault against a former girlfriend. The allegations have significantly disrupted the competitive race against Republican incumbent Sen. Susan Collins.
In response to the report, Democratic Party leaders are urging Platner to step down from the race. They are also calling for the Maine Democratic Party to nominate a new candidate to replace him. State law permits the selection of a new nominee up until July 27.
Graham Platner has issued a denial of the sexual assault allegations. However, the controversy has cast a shadow over his campaign and has created uncertainty in a race considered critical.
The full details of the report and the specific individuals withdrawing their endorsements were not provided in the available information. The timeline of when the report was published or when the endorsements were withdrawn also remains unclear.
Further information regarding the accuser, the specifics of the alleged incident, and any potential legal proceedings is not available at this time. The outcome of the party’s decision-making process regarding a potential replacement nominee is also pending.
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