Growing number of Democrats rescind endorsements of Graham Platner
Source: NBC News Politics · Bias: Center Left
Summary
A growing number of Democrats are rescinding their endorsement of Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner after a sexual assault allegation. NBC News' Melanie Zanona reports on what Platner has had to say and what could happen if he were to exit the race.
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