Published July 6, 2026 at 4:10 PM ET · Updated July 6, 2026 at 6:04 PM ET
Sexual assault allegation fractures Platner's online following
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Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner denies a sexual assault allegation from an ex-girlfriend, calling the claims false but serious. The allegation has divided his online supporters. Platner says his campaign is reflecting on the path forward in the Senate race.
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