US Senate nominee Platner suspends campaign amid assault allegations

Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner has suspended his campaign for the 2026 midterm elections following a sexual assault allegation from a former girlfriend. High-profile Democrats withdrew their support after the accusation, which included claims of forced sexual intercourse. Platner has also faced other controversies, including past offensive posts and a tattoo resembling a Nazi symbol. The Democratic Party is now seeking a replacement candidate for the crucial race against incumbent Republican Senator Susan Collins.

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