"If Graham’s stepping away, I am very, very interested and think I’m the best person to replace him," said Jackson, the former Maine Senate president.

Platner issued the statement shortly after the new allegation was made public Monday.

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“It’s time for Graham Platner to drop out and allow for someone else to be nominated,” said Sen. Mark Kelly.