Platner's big night: 5 takeaways from Tuesday's primaries
Summary
Maine Democrats chose Graham Platner to run for Senate against Republican Senator Susan Collins in November. Despite personal scandals, Platner won easily in the primary, signaling a tough and expensive race ahead. Meanwhile, former President Trump’s pick advanced in South Carolina’s governor race.Key Facts
- Graham Platner, a progressive Democrat, won the Maine Senate primary with about 72% of the vote.
- Platner has faced scandals including a Nazi-linked tattoo and sending inappropriate texts, but these did not hurt his primary chances.
- Platner will challenge Senator Susan Collins, a five-term Republican incumbent, in the November general election.
- Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer initially supported another candidate but later backed Platner after his win.
- Platner’s victory reflects a split in the Democratic Party between progressives and moderates.
- Republicans, led by the party establishment and President Trump, are preparing strong attacks against Platner.
- In South Carolina, President Trump’s endorsed candidate for governor, Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, advanced to a runoff, while Rep. Nancy Mace placed fifth.
- The Maine race is seen as critical for control of the U.S. Senate and could become very contentious and costly.
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