Who Could Replace Graham Platner in Maine Race? Nine Possible Contenders
Summary
Democratic candidate Graham Platner is facing a sexual assault allegation from 2021, which he denies. He has not said whether he will stay in or withdraw from the Maine Senate race, and Maine Democrats have the option to replace him before the general election if he steps down.Key Facts
- Graham Platner is the Democratic candidate for the Maine Senate race.
- A woman named Jenny Racicot accused Platner of sexual assault in 2021; he denies the claim.
- Platner acknowledged the political impact of the allegation and said he is considering his next steps.
- Maine law allows a political party to replace a nominee who withdraws before July 13, with a replacement chosen by July 27.
- Democrats want to win this Senate seat from Republican Susan Collins, who has been popular in Maine for many years.
- Platner’s controversy complicates Democrats’ chances to defeat Collins.
- There are several possible Democratic candidates who could replace Platner if he withdraws.
- One potential replacement mentioned is Troy Jackson, a former Maine Senate president.
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