Platner’s Democratic Support Evaporates After Sexual Assault Allegation
Source: NYT > U.S. > Politics · Bias: Center Left
Summary
Graham Platner, the Democratic Senate candidate in Maine, called the allegation false but said he would “reflect” on his political path forward, as many allies rescinded their endorsements.
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