Sen. Bernie Sanders says Graham Platner should drop out of the race after sexual assault allegation
Summary
Senator Bernie Sanders has urged Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner to drop out of the race after a sexual assault allegation. Platner denies the claim but has paused campaign events and is thinking about what to do next.Key Facts
- Graham Platner is the Democratic nominee for the U.S. Senate in Maine.
- A sexual assault allegation has been made against Platner.
- Many Democrats have withdrawn their support for Platner.
- Senator Bernie Sanders spoke to Platner and recommended he step aside.
- Platner denies the sexual assault allegation.
- Platner canceled upcoming town hall events.
- Party leaders are unsure how to proceed in the Senate race against Republican Senator Susan Collins.
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