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

Here's what to know about the scandals about Graham Platner ahead of Maine's June 9 primary and his response to each controversy.

Graham Platner is still expected to win the Maine Senate Democratic primary. But can he keep his momentum through another controversy?

Maine’s Republican-held Senate seat is one of three Senate contests rated as toss-ups this year.

Graham Platner is seeking to make a Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate official in advance of one of the most anticipated contests of the year.

Graham Platner is seeking to make a Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate official in advance of one of the most anticipated contests of the year

Primary voters in Maine, Nevada, South Carolina, and North Dakota head to the polls to choose nominees for U.S. Senate, U.S. House and governor in state races.

Neither Republican incumbent Sen. Susan Collins nor Democratic challenger Graham Platner faces serious opposition for their party's nomination

The Maine primary will be held on June 9, 2026. Voters will cast their ballots in the U.S. House, U.S. Senate and governor’s races.

Graham Platner looks to claim the Democratic nomination to face Susan Collins in the race for U.S. Senate; the former governor Paul LePage is vying for a congressional seat.

Maine Democrat Graham Platner is seeking to make the nomination official to take on Republican Sen. Susan Collins in November.

As voters head to the polls in Maine, some are worried about Senate candidate Graham Platner’s scandals. Others dismiss them as establishment meddling.

Polls open in Maine, North Dakota, Nevada, and South Carolina; voters appear to stand by Democratic challenger Graham Platner despite string of controversies

Platner and Collins handily won their party nominations in Tuesday’s primary, setting up a marquee race with unique dynamics and major implications for control of the Senate.

The primary victories set up a race that could be key to Democrats' hopes of winning control of the Senate.

Political newcomer’s myriad of negative headlines infuriated progressives and worried establishment Democrats – but give Republicans a glimmer of hope

Platner still faces questions about his ability to win in November.

It’s official: the Democrats are heading to the midterms with an oysterman from Maine.

Graham Platner’s fiery candidacy may fit the moment, but his baggage could sink Democrats' chances of taking back the Senate.

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