Graham Platner Signals Decision on Maine Senate Race Coming Within Days
Summary
Graham Platner may decide soon whether to stay in Maine’s U.S. Senate race after sexual assault accusations were made against him. His campaign is asking supporters for input before making a choice, while the Maine Democratic Party plans how to select a new candidate if he withdraws.Key Facts
- Graham Platner is a Democratic candidate in Maine’s U.S. Senate race.
- He faces sexual assault allegations from two women, which he denies.
- Platner’s campaign started a two-day process to gather supporters’ opinions on his future in the race.
- Senator Bernie Sanders advised Platner to step aside because of the allegations.
- Maine law allows the Democratic Party to replace a nominee by July 13 if they withdraw.
- The party must pick a new candidate by July 27 if needed.
- Maine Democratic Party leaders say they will create a fair process to choose a replacement.
- Platner’s team denies trying to influence the party’s replacement decision.
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