Senate candidate plagued by scandal wins primary in Maine

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleMaine primary voters speak out on Graham Platner, Susan Collins, Janet MillsGraham Platner, an oysterman with no prior political experience, secured the Democratic primary nomination for U.S. Senate in Maine. His victory came despite months of damaging headlines, including controversy over a Nazi-linked tattoo, accusations of abusive behavior and offensive online comments. Platner's campaign was backed by the progressive left, who supported his stances against the Israel lobby and dark money, and his advocacy for Medicare for All. The win has caused apprehension among establishment Democrats, who had unsuccessfully tried to back Governor Janet Mills against him. Platner will now challenge five-term Republican Senator Susan Collins in a highly anticipated general election race crucial for the Democratic Party's goal of securing a Senate majority. In fullGraham Platner wins Maine Senate Democratic primary despite ‘Nazi’ tattoo scandal and women’s abuse claimsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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