A look at some candidates vying for Graham Platner's Democratic nomination for Senate
ONP Summary
Maine's Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner announced his withdrawal from the race against Republican Sen. Susan Collins following an allegation of sexual assault, which he denied. His exit comes days before a deadline requiring the Democratic Party to select a replacement candidate for this pivotal 2026 Senate contest.
Progressive: Forced accountability — Progressive outlets emphasized the sexual assault allegation as the decisive factor that compelled top Democratic leaders to withdraw support and demand his exit.
Moderate: Denial and procedure — Centrist outlets reported Platner's denial while noting the procedural challenge facing Democrats.
Conservative: Pattern of scandal — Conservative outlets framed the rape allegation as the culmination of multiple controversies that made him untenable as a candidate.
Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner told his staff he will not file paperwork to officially withdraw from his race until Monday, the last day to do so.
Platner said he was dropping out on Wednesday night, days after a former girlfriend accused him of sexually assaulting her in 2021.
CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has more from Portland. ...
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