Summary
Graham Platner, a Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate from Maine, denied claims that he is a "secret Nazi" after a video showed a tattoo on his chest resembling a symbol used by the SS. Platner explained he got the tattoo while in Croatia with fellow Marines and emphasized that he is not a Nazi supporter. The controversy occurs as Platner aims to oppose Republican Senator Susan Collins in the upcoming elections.
Key Facts
- Graham Platner is a Democratic candidate running in the Maine Senate primary.
- A video shows Platner with a tattoo resembling the Totenkopf, a symbol used by the Nazi SS.
- Platner stated the tattoo was done in 2007 in Croatia while he was with fellow Marines.
- Platner has never hidden the tattoo and passed military and security clearances.
- The controversy follows reports of past controversial Reddit posts linked to Platner.
- Platner was endorsed by Bernie Sanders and appeared on the "Pod Save America" podcast.
- Maine has a Democratic majority, with Kamala Harris winning there in 2024.
- The Senate race is significant because it could influence President Trump's policies.
