Controversial Graham Platner overcomes allegations to seal Maine Democratic nomination for Senate race – US politics live
Summary
Graham Platner won the Democratic Senate primary in Maine with 72% of the vote despite past allegations against him. He will challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins in the November general election, which is important for control of the U.S. Senate.Key Facts
- Platner is a 41-year-old Marine veteran and oyster farmer from Sullivan, Maine.
- He won the Democratic primary with 72% of the vote, defeating Janet Mills, who suspended her campaign but stayed on the ballot.
- Platner faces allegations of exchanging explicit messages and being violent in a past relationship, which he denies.
- Platner spoke about personal growth and change, asking voters to believe people can improve over time.
- The general election will be between Platner and Republican Susan Collins, who is seeking a sixth term.
- Democrats view this Senate race as key to gaining control of the Senate, where Republicans currently hold a 53-47 majority.
- Primary elections also took place in Nevada, North Dakota, and South Carolina on the same day.
- President Donald Trump influenced Republican primaries by supporting certain candidates.
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