Who will replace Graham Platner on the ballot? 7 Democrats to watch
Summary
Democrats in Maine are working to choose a new candidate for the U.S. Senate race after Graham Platner withdrew following a sexual assault claim, which he denies. The party must pick a replacement by July 27, with the new candidate facing Senator Susan Collins in the November election.Key Facts
- Graham Platner, the progressive Democratic nominee, is withdrawing from the Senate race.
- Platner denies the sexual assault allegation made against him.
- Maine Democrats must select a new candidate by July 27 to replace Platner on the ballot.
- The general election is less than four months away.
- Several Democrats have shown interest and started campaigns to become the replacement.
- The Maine Democratic Party plans to hold a nominating convention with hundreds of delegates.
- Details about when and how the convention will happen have not been announced.
- The replacement candidate will run against longtime Republican Senator Susan Collins.
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