The New York Times mishandled the Graham Platner assault allegations in a way that helped Platner in the short run.

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

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Democrats are divided over who bears responsibility for Graham Platner's rise after new allegations reignited questions about candidate vetting.

Washington Examiner chief political correspondent Byron York weighed in on the mounting scrutiny surrounding Graham Platner.