https://www.axios.com/2026/07/06/graham-platner-democrats-maine-senate-susan-collins
Mayor Zohran Mamdani has called for Graham Platner to withdraw from the Maine U.S. Senate race in light of a rape allegation against him. The accusation, made by Platner’s former girlfriend, has led to increased pressure from leading Democrats for Platner to step down. Platner, who is running against incumbent Republican Susan Collins, has denied the allegations but indicated that his campaign is assessing its future direction. The Maine Democratic Party, along with top national figures like Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and DSCC Chair Kirsten Gillibrand, have also urged Platner to exit the race by July 13 to allow for a replacement candidate.
Key Takeaways
Market pricing suggests increased likelihood of Graham Platner withdrawing from the Senate race following the rape allegation.
The call for Platner’s withdrawal by Mayor Mamdani and other Democratic leaders appears consistent with scenarios where Platner exits the race.
