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Graham Platner says he's "taking the time to reflect" on candidacy amid sexual assault allegation

Graham Platner says he's "taking the time to reflect" on candidacy amid sexual assault allegation

Summary

Graham Platner, the Democratic nominee for the U.S. Senate from Maine, is facing a sexual assault allegation from a woman who dated him five years ago. Platner denies the claim and says he is taking time to think about his campaign.

Key Facts

  • Graham Platner is running for the U.S. Senate in Maine as a Democrat.
  • A woman who dated Platner five years ago has accused him of sexual assault in a Politico report.
  • Platner denies the allegation.
  • He said he is taking time to reflect on his candidacy in light of the accusation.
  • CBS News political director Fin Gómez reported on the situation.
  • The news was shared on CBS News and through their app.
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