Maine Democrats Convene to Replace Senate Nominee After Platner Withdrawal

CNN • 15 Jul 09:00

Maine Democrats are organizing a rapid delegate convention to replace former Senate candidate Graham Platner, with dozens of candidates scrambling for signatures and delegate support ahead of a July 25 vote in Bangor.

NPR • 14 Jul 09:00

After Graham Platner withdrew from the U.S. Senate race following rape allegations, Maine Democrats must select a new nominee by July 27 to challenge incumbent Republican Sen. Susan Collins.

ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos • 12 Jul 16:31

Maine Democratic Party officials are organizing a rapid, inclusive selection process to name a replacement candidate for the U.S. Senate race, with a deadline of July 27.

Fox News • 12 Jul 11:00

Graham Platner halted his Senate bid following a rape accusation made by Jenny Racicot; his campaign had earlier denied the claim and a political adviser said the team advised suspension as soon as they learned of the allegation.

The New York Times • 12 Jul 02:19

Following Graham Platner's withdrawal, Maine's Democratic Party will hold a nominating convention on July 25 to select a replacement to face Republican Sen. Susan Collins.

Fox News • 11 Jul 12:00

Rep. Madeleine Dean said Graham Platon’s own actions, including a rape allegation, made him ineligible for support, and the candidate withdrew from the Maine Senate contest.

AP News • 11 Jul 00:18

Graham Platner filed paperwork to exit the U.S. Senate contest in Maine, prompting the state Democratic Party to schedule a nominating convention on July 25 to select a replacement for the November ballot.

NPR • 10 Jul 21:22

Graham Platner has formally withdrawn from the U.S. Senate race in Maine, prompting the state Democratic Party to select a replacement by July 27.

USA Today • 10 Jul 21:10

Graham Platner has formally withdrawn from the U.S. Senate race in Maine, prompting the Democratic Party to seek a replacement before the July 27 deadline.

NBC News • 10 Jul 20:55

Graham Platner filed paperwork on Friday to end his U.S. Senate campaign in Maine, triggering a Democratic Party process to name a new nominee before the July 27 deadline.

The Guardian • 10 Jul 12:10

Graham Platner ended his Senate bid in Maine after accusations of sexual assault, delivering a video statement that blamed political opponents rather than addressing the claims.

CBS News • 10 Jul 00:19

After Graham Platton withdrew from the U.S. Senate race amid sexual assault allegations, the Maine Democratic Party is considering several candidates to fill the vacancy before the July 27 deadline.

AP News • 09 Jul 21:25

Following Graham Platner's withdrawal from the U.S. Senate race, Maine Democrats are launching campaigns and will convene a nominating convention to select a replacement before the July 27 deadline.

The Guardian • 09 Jul 16:30

Maine officials confirm that Graham Platner has not yet submitted a formal, signed withdrawal filing, a requirement for Democrats to name a replacement Senate candidate by July 13.

The New York Times • 09 Jul 15:33

Democratic nominee Graham Platner withdrew from the Maine Senate race following a rape accusation, prompting the state party to schedule a convention to select a replacement by the July 27 deadline.

The New York Times • 09 Jul 01:33

The recent withdrawals of Graham Platner and Eric Swalwell highlight a partisan split in how U.S. parties handle sexual misconduct accusations against candidates.

NBC News • 09 Jul 00:20

Graham Platton ended his Senate campaign following a sexual assault allegation, allowing the Maine Democratic Party to select a replacement nominee before the July 27 filing deadline.

The New York Times • 08 Jul 15:37

If Graham Platner exits the Senate race, Maine Democratic Party chair Charles F. Dingman would oversee the selection of a replacement nominee to challenge Senator Susan Collins.

The New York Times • 08 Jul 13:57

State Democrats are preparing to select a replacement nominee for the U.S. Senate race after allegations against Graham Platner, with a deadline of July 27 to name a new candidate.

CNN • 08 Jul 13:45

Graham Platner is expected to announce his decision on staying in the Maine Senate race later today, as his campaign evaluates an exit following a rape allegation that has eroded support for the Democratic nominee.

NPR • 08 Jul 13:20

The Maine Democratic Party said Graham Platner's campaign tried to influence the procedure for selecting a new Senate nominee, which the campaign denied, as pressure mounts for Platner to withdraw after a sexual assault allegation.

The Guardian • 08 Jul 09:56

Senator Bernie Sanders called on Democratic nominee Graham Platner to step aside from the Maine U.S. Senate race after new accusations of sexual assault surfaced, prompting the state party to outline a replacement process.

The New York Times • 08 Jul 00:17

Progressive and moderate factions within the Democratic Party are contesting the process to replace Graham Platner on the Senate ballot after a rape accusation, while national leaders call for his withdrawal before a July 13 deadline.

AP News • 07 Jul 19:59

Democratic nominee Graham Platner faces calls to withdraw from the Maine U.S. Senate race after a sexual assault allegation, prompting a scramble among party factions to identify a successor before the July 13 deadline.

BBC • 07 Jul 17:09

Top Democrats are pressing Graham Platner, the Democratic nominee for the U.S. Senate in Maine, to exit the race after a woman accused him of sexual assault, which he denies.

CBS News • 07 Jul 01:13

Top Democrats, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, called on Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner to drop out of the race following a woman’s accusation of sexual assault, which Platner denies.

AP News • 06 Jul 22:57

A woman accused candidate Graham Platnan of non-consensual sex, prompting several Democratic leaders and endorsers to demand his exit from the Senate race.

The New York Times • 06 Jul 22:10

Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner has been urged by party leaders and several elected officials to quit the race following a rape accusation, while he says the claims are false and is considering his options.

NBC News • 06 Jul 21:33

Graham Platner, the Democratic nominee for the U.S. Senate in Maine, has denied a recent sexual assault accusation and announced he will consider the best way forward for his campaign, while several high-profile supporters have withdrawn their endorsements.

New York Post • 06 Jul 18:35

Graham Platmen has postponed several town-hall meetings as the July 13 deadline to replace him on the ballot approaches, amid ongoing scrutiny of past allegations.