Sen. Warner: Platner allegations are ‘disturbing,’ but decision up to voters in Maine
Summary
Senator Mark Warner called allegations against Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner disturbing if true but said voters should decide. Platner denies physical abuse claims and says he has struggled with PTSD and alcohol use.Key Facts
- Graham Platner is running for U.S. Senate in Maine as a Democrat.
- Allegations against Platner include being demeaning and physically rough with some ex-partners.
- Platner admits to struggling with PTSD and self-medicating with alcohol.
- He denies the physical abuse allegations but admits he has been a "bad boyfriend."
- Senator Mark Warner said voters should weigh the allegations and that Platner should try to disprove them if possible.
- Warner noted that controversy has not prevented candidates like President Donald Trump from being elected.
- Platner hopes to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins in November.
- Collins is a long-time senator known for winning elections by large margins.
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