Platner's campaign to unseat GOP Sen. Susan Collins in Maine was marked by repeated scandals. It came to a crashing halt after the allegation led top Democrats to withdraw their support.
An empty stage is seen at a Graham Platner campaign event on June 9, 2026 in Blue Hill, Maine.
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Graham Platner Loses His Major Backers After Rape Allegation
Graham Platner suspends Senate campaign after sexual assault allegations
Graham Platner Drops Out Of Maine Senate Race After Sexual Assault Allegations
Graham Platner faces pressure to exit Maine Senate race amid rape allegations
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner urged to drop out after rape allegation
Maine Democrats urge Platner to exit Senate race amid rape allegation
Who is Graham Platner? From tattoo controversy to sexual assault allegations, why Democrats want the Maine Senate candidate out
Graham Platner suspends Maine Senate campaign after sex assault claim
Platner allegations continue; candidate cancels fundraisers - UPI.com
Platner, accused of sexual assault, suspends Senate campaign
Platner has denied the allegation made public on Monday.
Graham Platner's decision to drop his bid comes after several scandals mounted against him, including a bombshell sexual assault…
Platner’s decision to withdraw from the race comes after a campaign riddled with controversy.
Graham Platner faces pressure to exit the Maine Senate race amid rape allegations. Withdrawal by July 31 at 97.2% YES.
Graham Platner faces calls to drop out of the Maine Senate race after a rape allegation. Withdrawal before the midterms at 98.2%…
Maine Democrats urge Graham Platner to exit the Senate race amid a rape allegation. Platner drops out by July 31 at 98% YES.
