Published July 8, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET · Updated July 9, 2026 at 6:04 PM ET
Sources say Mamdani adviser backed Platner to block AOC's presidential bid
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A Mamdani adviser reportedly pushed Graham Platner's candidacy to keep AOC from running for president, according to sources. Platner has since dropped out, and multiple outlets are questioning who vetted him.
Patriot Watch first flagged this story 23 hr ago, when Washington Post reported it. Coverage has since grown to 5 independent outlets, including 3 wire/mainstream feeds. The most recent report came 2 hr ago from New York Post. Verification tier: Confirmed — reported independently by wire/mainstream and conservative outlets.
