The hunt is on for Platner’s replacement in Maine
Maine Democrats accused Graham Platner’s Senate campaign of putting a “thumb on the scale” in the debate over how to replace him.
Jul 8, 2026Open source
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Graham Platner Removed Condoms During Sex Without Consent, Ex-Girlfriend Claims
An ex-girlfriend of Democratic Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner alleged he had repeatedly removed condoms while they had sex without her consent.
Jul 8, 2026Open source
The clock is ticking for Democrats as Platner scandal triggers campaign crisis — here's what to know
Maine Democrats have two major deadlines to meet this month, yet all they can do now is wait.
Jul 8, 2026Open source
Maine Dem Leader Blasts Platner Team’s Attempt to ‘Put Their Thumb on the Scale’ of Race as Pressure...
Maine Democratic Party Executive Director Devon Murphy-Anderson blasted Graham Platner and his team's attempts to help choose a replacement candidate.
Jul 8, 2026Open source
Maine Democratic Party accuses Graham Platner of meddling in the process to replace him
The Platner campaign said it wasn’t trying to influence the party but was trying “to understand what this process would look like” as he weighs his fut...
Jul 8, 2026Open source
Platner Campaign Scrubs Job Openings from Website – But ‘Urgently Hiring’ Defense Strategist
On Tuesday, amid new scandals and calls to drop out of the race, Maine Senate Democrat nominee Graham Platner posted an “urgent” job opening for a Resear...
Jul 8, 2026Open source
'Due Process': Brzezinski Combatively Questions Details of Platner Rape Allegation
After the new sexual assault allegations against Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner, Mo
Jul 8, 2026Open source
What If Platner Doesn't Drop Out?
What if Graham Platner refuses to drop out? Maine Senate race hangs in the balance amid scandal.
Jul 8, 2026Open source
Democrats Want Scandal-Hit Senate Candidate Graham Platner Gone. Here's Who Could Replace Him.
Operatives in D.C. and Maine are floating four names to take on Susan Collins as calls grow for the progressive oysterman to exit the race.
Jul 8, 2026Open source
What happens next if Platner drops out? Here's who could replace him on the ballot and how it would work
Graham Platner may withdraw from the Maine Senate race, opening the door for the Maine Democratic Party to select a ballot replacement to challenge Susan Col...
Jul 8, 2026Open source
New explosive allegation rocks Platner campaign still reeling from rape accusation
Graham Platner faces a second sexual assault allegation after a rape accusation, as Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders drop endorsements and urge him to exi...
Jul 8, 2026Open source
Stephen King deletes post hoping Graham Platner doesn't drop out, clarifies 'not defending' him
Author Stephen King deleted an X post appearing to support Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner after he faced a rape allegation on Monday.
Jul 8, 2026Open source
Marjorie Taylor Greene: Platner Rape Allegations Look Like a ‘Political Hit’ Job
Tuesday on ABC's "The View," former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene suggested Democratic Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner could be the victim of a "politic...
Jul 8, 2026Open source
Graham Platner Ex-Girlfriend Claims He Pulled Condoms Off During Sex
An ex-girlfriend of Maine U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner (D) has claimed he would pull condoms off during sex.
Jul 8, 2026Open source
Sanders: Platner should drop bid for U.S. Senate
PORTLAND, Maine — Sen. Bernie Sanders on Tuesday became the latest and most notable lawmaker to pull support for Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Graha...
Jul 8, 2026Open source
An AI-generated Lil Wayne explored the Granite State. The real one was late to the stage
Lil Wayne's no-show at his Maine concert inspired NH businesses to post AI-generated images of him in local spots. Fans left disappointed after his late arri...
Jul 8, 2026Open source
Platner may be finished, but voters' hunger for change and willingness to take risks will remain
Graham Platner's bid for Maine Senate may be all but over, but it's likely other candidates will find themselves on a similar path in the future. The pattern...
Jul 8, 2026Open source
The Portland Press Herald
Party leaders say they want a process that's inclusive, open, transparent and fair to all candidates, and have criticized the Platner campaign for trying to...
Jul 8, 2026Open source
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The hunt is on for Platner’s replacement in Maine
Maine Democrats accused Graham Platner’s Senate campaign of putting a “thumb on the scale” in the debate over how to replace him.
Jul 8, 2026Open source
Graham Platner Removed Condoms During Sex Without Consent, Ex-Girlfriend Claims
An ex-girlfriend of Democratic Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner alleged he had repeatedly removed condoms while they had sex without her consent.
Jul 8, 2026Open source
The clock is ticking for Democrats as Platner scandal triggers campaign crisis — here's what to know
Maine Democrats have two major deadlines to meet this month, yet all they can do now is wait.
Jul 8, 2026Open source
Maine Dem Leader Blasts Platner Team’s Attempt to ‘Put Their Thumb on the Scale’ of Race as Pressure...
Maine Democratic Party Executive Director Devon Murphy-Anderson blasted Graham Platner and his team's attempts to help choose a replacement candidate.
Jul 8, 2026Open source
Maine Democratic Party accuses Graham Platner of meddling in the process to replace him
The Platner campaign said it wasn’t trying to influence the party but was trying “to understand what this process would look like” as he weighs his fut...
Jul 8, 2026Open source
Platner Campaign Scrubs Job Openings from Website – But ‘Urgently Hiring’ Defense Strategist
On Tuesday, amid new scandals and calls to drop out of the race, Maine Senate Democrat nominee Graham Platner posted an “urgent” job opening for a Resear...
Jul 8, 2026Open source
'Due Process': Brzezinski Combatively Questions Details of Platner Rape Allegation
After the new sexual assault allegations against Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner, Mo
Jul 8, 2026Open source
What If Platner Doesn't Drop Out?
What if Graham Platner refuses to drop out? Maine Senate race hangs in the balance amid scandal.
Jul 8, 2026Open source
Democrats Want Scandal-Hit Senate Candidate Graham Platner Gone. Here's Who Could Replace Him.
Operatives in D.C. and Maine are floating four names to take on Susan Collins as calls grow for the progressive oysterman to exit the race.
Jul 8, 2026Open source
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