Summary
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner has covered up a tattoo on his chest that was linked to a Nazi symbol. He got the tattoo in 2007 while serving in the Marine Corps and only recently learned of its association. Platner, facing other controversies, continues his campaign against Republican Senator Susan Collins.
Key Facts
- Graham Platner is a candidate for the U.S. Senate from Maine.
- He had a tattoo resembling a Nazi symbol, which he covered with a new tattoo.
- Platner first got the tattoo in 2007 during a night out as a Marine.
- He was unaware of its Nazi association until recently.
- Platner faces controversy over past online statements and comments.
- He continues to campaign against long-term Senator Susan Collins.
- Platner receives support from independent Senator Bernie Sanders.
- He passed military and security checks despite the tattoo.
