Maine Senate Candidate Graham Platner Suspends Campaign After Sexual Assault Allegation

Graham Platner suspended his U.S. Senate campaign in Maine after a sexual assault allegation led Democrats to withdraw endorsements and fundraising support. Platner denied the allegations but stated his campaign could not continue due to structural barriers created by those in power. His exit clears the way for Democrats to select a new candidate as they aim to retake control of the Senate.

Ted Johnson4h ago2 min readenNews

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We believe that for the movement to continue, it can't be me, and for that reason we are suspending campaign operations.

We are not doing it because of the allegations. We are doing it because of the structures that are being taken away from us by those in power.

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Platner denied the claims, but said that his campaign could not continue as Democrats have withdrawn endorsements and fundraising.

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