The state Democratic Party accused Platner's campaign of trying to "put their thumb on the scale" of the process to replace him if he drops his bid for Senate. Platner's team has denied doing so.
Graham Platner speaks to voters at a town hall at the Elks Lodge 188 on June 7, 2026 in Portland, Maine.
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Graham Platner faces accusations of influencing his replacement amid scandal. Withdrawal before midterms at 95.6% YES.
Maine Democrats accuse Senate candidate Graham Platner of improper influence amid pressure to withdraw. Withdrawal before…
The Platner campaign insisted it wasn’t trying to unduly influence the party, saying it was simply trying “to understand what…
As of Tuesday morning, Platner remained undecided about whether to drop out of the race and wants to see a replacement nominee…
Party divisions have grown as Democratic leaders and activists debate the seriousness of the scandals surrounding Platner, who is…
Candidates in Maine are preparing for a mini-primary, even as Platner drags his feet and ideological sparring rages.
