Published July 8, 2026 at 3:01 PM ET · Updated July 8, 2026 at 10:02 PM ET
Maine Democrats move toward nominating convention after Platner exits
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Graham Platner said he would suspend or withdraw from Maine’s Senate race. Maine Democrats voted to hold a nominating convention to choose a new nominee after his exit.
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