Platner wins Maine primary to challenge Collins
Summary
Graham Platner won the Democratic primary in Maine and will face Republican Senator Susan Collins in the November midterm elections. Platner, a political newcomer and former marine, overcame several controversies during the race, including issues with a tattoo and past comments.Key Facts
- Graham Platner is an oyster farmer and former combat marine running for Senate in Maine.
- Platner won the Democratic primary and will challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins in November.
- Platner faced scandals including a tattoo resembling a Nazi symbol and past inappropriate comments.
- Independent Senator Bernie Sanders endorsed Platner.
- Platner apologized for the tattoo and said he did not know its meaning.
- Susan Collins has been a senator for nearly 30 years and has recently supported President Trump’s nominees.
- Collins voted to convict President Trump during his second impeachment trial but later aligned more closely with him.
- Primary elections were also held in Nevada, North Dakota, and South Carolina ahead of the midterms.
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