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Graham Platner drops out of Maine Senate race after sexual assault accusation

Jul 9, 2026Center Left

His decision comes days before a key deadline, allowing Maine’s Democratic Party to select a new candidate to face Republican Sen. Susan Collins in a critical contest for Senate control.

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