Democratic leaders press Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner to quit after assault claim

Democratic leaders urge Senate nominee Graham Platner to withdraw after new sexual assault allegation

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.

Maine Democratic Senate Candidate Graham Platner Faces Withdrawal Calls After Assault Allegation

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.

Democratic Senate Candidate in Maine Faces Calls to Withdraw After Rape Allegation

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.

Maine Democratic Senate Candidate Graham Platner Denies New Sexual Assault Allegation and Says He Will Reflect on Candidacy

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and announced he will consider the best way forward for his campaign, while several high-profile supporters have withdrawn their endorsements.

Maine Democratic Senate Candidate Graham Platner Cancels Upcoming Campaign Events

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.