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MYSTERIOUS: How could democrats replace graham platner in maines senate race and who might they choose - What They Never Told You

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Graham Platner, Democratic candidate for US Senate in Maine, speaks during a ‘Fighting Oligarchy’ campaign rally in Portland, Maine, on 25 May 2026. Photograph: Amanda Sabga/Reuters

Top Democrats are considering their options as Graham Platner, the party’s candidate for US Senate in Maine, faces growing calls to withdraw after a sexual assault allegation.

While Platner has denied the claims, first reported by Politico on Monday, they sparked a chorus of criticism. He said he was “taking the time to reflect on the best path forward” in the wake of the story.

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