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Platner Drops Out as Maine Senate Race Shifts | Anchorage News
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Democratic Senate hopeful Graham Platner has dropped out of Maine’s race just two days after a sexual assault allegation surfaced, citing political pressure—not guilt—as his reason for stepping aside. His exit leaves Democrats scrambling to find a replacement before July 21st, using an unprecedented delegate-based convention. With Maine’s seat currently held by Republican Susan Collins, Platner’s departure threatens Democratic momentum in a key battleground. Former gubernatorial contenders and past Senate hopefuls are now circling to fill the void.
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