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Candidate viability in competitive Senate races affects control of the chamber and subsequent legislative outcomes on taxes, regulation, and judicial confirmations.
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Democratic leaders withdrew support from Senate candidate Graham Platner after a sexual assault allegation surfaced. The decision came during the Maine campaign. The move leaves the party's nominatio…
Several prominent progressive Democrats endorsed Graham Platner for Senate before sexual assault allegations surfaced. The endorsements have drawn renewed attention and criticism.
A Democratic candidate for Senate in Maine is under pressure to withdraw following earlier disclosures about a Nazi tattoo and anti-Israel positions.
Graham Platner has proposed higher taxes and Green New Deal-style programs as part of his platform. Analysts note these measures could increase costs for Maine residents already facing high living ex…
Bill Maher recommended that Maine voters elect Graham Platner for Senate even while describing some of the candidate’s past issues as concerning.
Activists backing the Maine Senate candidate stated that standard checks did not surface the tattoo or earlier Reddit comments. The admission came during ongoing campaign scrutiny.
A daily politics newsletter examined structural similarities between Maine's Senate race and another recent major contest. The piece drew on reporting from the NBC News politics team.
Democrats are concerned about scandals surrounding Graham Platner's Senate campaign in Maine. Party strategists differ on the best approach to the situation.
Graham Platner is preparing to learn whether Maine voters will continue to support his candidacy in the current electoral cycle.
A Pennsylvania Democratic representative publicly stated that the Maine Senate candidate has disqualified himself due to mounting allegations. The combat veteran faces scrutiny ahead of the race.
Democrats are confronting renewed difficulties in Maine's Senate primary following a new controversy. The episode has added anxiety to the party's path in the state.
Democratic senators held a closed-door session with Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner and voiced support while questions about alleged conduct remained.
Graham Platner traveled to Washington to meet with Democratic senators while facing fresh questions about his candidacy.
Graham Platner conducted pre-scheduled meetings with Democratic lawmakers on Capitol Hill while addressing leaked messages tied to a sexting controversy.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer declined to discuss controversies surrounding Democratic Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner during a press gaggle. The exchange occurred on Tuesday.
Graham Platner, running against Senator Susan Collins, encountered renewed attention over past personal messages. His campaign has urged focus on policy rather than personal conduct.
Sen. Adam Schiff stated he needs more information before addressing allegations against Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner. The candidate visited Washington while facing scrutiny.
Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner in Maine is responding to reports of sexually explicit text messages sent to several women.
Maine Governor Janet Mills is reminding voters she is still running for Senate despite surrounding political controversy.
Democratic Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner targeted Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in recent remarks. The comments focus on motivations behind foreign policy decisions.
MSNBC host Eugene Daniels stated that Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner withdrew from a scheduled appearance after a sexting scandal emerged.
Graham Platner accused outlets of journalistic malpractice for coverage of alleged sexting. The candidate is running as a Democrat for U.S. Senate in Maine.
Graham Platner is encountering backlash after reports of sexually explicit messages sent to multiple recipients. The issue is complicating his frontrunner status in the Maine Senate contest.
Graham Platner encountered criticism after his wife reported explicit messages sent to others during the campaign. Details continue to surface ahead of the Senate primary.
Graham Platner is dealing with a reported sexting scandal during his Senate campaign in Maine. The story has added to existing campaign turmoil. Public details remain limited to the initial reports.
Cory Booker discussed concerns about Maine Senate hopeful Graham Platner on a national news program.
Cory Booker indicated concerns about information emerging on a contender in the Maine Senate race. The remarks highlight the intensity of candidate scrutiny.
Graham Platner, the leading Democratic candidate for Senate in Maine, is facing increased examination over reports of sexually explicit text messages.
Graham Platner drew online criticism after his wife addressed controversies surrounding his campaign. Observers questioned the decision to have a spouse handle public responses.
The wife of Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner stated she is angry and disappointed that past disclosures about his extramarital sexting became public. Reports indicate she had previous…
Graham Platner, the Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Maine, is dealing with a new controversy involving text messages reported by the Wall Street Journal and New York Times.
Sexual misconduct revelations have ended Graham Platner's campaign for the U.S. Senate seat in Maine.
The candidate has encountered fresh criticism tied to explicit past communications and earlier controversies during the Maine Senate race.
Senator Chris Murphy expressed support for Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner despite resurfaced Reddit posts. Murphy argued that the candidate's focus on everyday concerns resonates with voters.
Democratic Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner was confronted about a social media post mocking a soldier. He declined to apologize to the Purple Heart recipient or to voters.
Graham Platner, running as a Democrat for Senate in Maine, is under fire for a 2017 social media post that mocked an American soldier wounded by Taliban fire. The comment resurfaced during his curren…
New reports surfaced detailing past Reddit posts by Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner that described explicit content and personal activities. The revelations prompted renewed scrutiny of his can…
Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner refuses to support Chuck Schumer as Senate Democratic leader despite party unity behind a Collins challenger. Platner maintains his stance after a conve…
Graham Platner emerges as the presumptive Democratic Senate nominee in Maine. Party convention attendees shifted focus to the general election against GOP Sen. Susan Collins. Mixed sentiments exist a…
