Democrats are calling for Senate candidate Graham Platner to withdraw from the race. This comes after a sexual assault allegation surfaced, which he denies. Party leaders stated that violence and abuse are unacceptable in any situation. Funding for his campaign will be pulled if Platner remains on the ballot. Maine Democrats and other senators also urged him to step aside.

Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner denied the allegation, but said he would be considering next steps for his campaign.

Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner says the allegation is "categorically false", but is considering his next steps as the report prompts several key backers to withdraw their…