Platner says he's taking time to consider future of Maine Senate bid
Summary
Graham Platner, the Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate in Maine, said he is thinking about whether to continue his campaign after a woman accused him of sexual assault from 2021. Platner denied the claim but has not made a final decision about staying in the race against Republican Senator Susan Collins.Key Facts
- Graham Platner is the Democratic nominee for Maine’s U.S. Senate seat.
- A woman accused Platner of forcing her to have sex against her will about five years ago.
- Platner denies the allegation.
- He said he is taking time to decide his next steps in the campaign.
- Platner wants to continue his goal of defeating Senator Susan Collins.
- He showed some uncertainty by referring to the campaign in the past tense.
- The story is still developing and may change as new information comes out.
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