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Maine Democratic Party accuses Platner team of interfering with process to pick his replacement

Jul 8, 2026Center

Pressure continues to mount for Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner to end his campaign after a former girlfriend accused him of sexual assault. Now, the Maine Democratic Party is accusing Platner's camp of interfering with the process to select a new nominee if he does drop out. Fin Gómez reports.

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