Published July 6, 2026 at 3:53 PM ET · Updated July 7, 2026 at 6:04 PM ET
New York Times sat on rape allegations against Platner last month
9 independent outlets are covering this story. Verification: Confirmed — reported independently by wire/mainstream and conservative outlets. Patriot Watch links to original reporting; we don't republish it.
The New York Times withheld reporting on rape allegations against Graham Platner for approximately a month before the story became public. An ex-girlfriend has accused Platner of rape, prompting Senator Bernie Sanders to call for him to withdraw from the Maine Senate race.
Patriot Watch first flagged this story 1 d ago, when Washington Times reported it. Coverage has since grown to 9 independent outlets, including 1 wire/mainstream feed. The most recent report came 2 hr ago from Fox News. Verification tier: Confirmed — reported independently by wire/mainstream and conservative outlets.
