Who Is Troy Jackson? Favorite To Replace Graham Platner in Maine Senate Race
Summary
Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner faces calls to quit his race after a sexual assault allegation, which he denies. Troy Jackson, a former Maine Senate President and recent gubernatorial candidate, has expressed interest in replacing Platner if he withdraws.Key Facts
- Graham Platner was accused of sexual assault by Jenny Racicot, who said he forced her to have sex in 2021.
- Platner denies the allegation and calls it false but is considering whether to continue his campaign.
- Maine law allows Platner to be replaced on the ballot if he withdraws by July 13.
- The Maine Democratic Party would have until July 27 to choose a new candidate.
- Troy Jackson is a former Maine Senate President and progressive politician who ran for governor in 2024.
- Jackson has called for Platner to step down and said he would be interested in running if Platner withdraws.
- Platner previously won the Democratic nomination to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins.
- Jackson was supported by Senator Bernie Sanders and several unions during his 2024 governor campaign.
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