Platner officially withdraws from Maine Senate race
The state said Democrats have until July 27 to name a replacement after Platner withdrew following a sexual-assault allegation he denies.
- On Friday, July 10, 2026, the Maine Secretary Office confirmed ETGraham Platner officially withdrew from the Senate race, requesting his removal from the ballot following his campaign suspension earlier this week.
- Platner, a 41-year-old Marine, faced a broad chorus of calls from fellow Democrats to exit the race following a new allegation that he sexually assaulted an ex-girlfriend nearly five years ago.
- The former candidate has denied the allegation, stating that any claims regarding "non-consensual behavior" are "categorically untrue," after announcing his intention to suspend his campaign on Wednesday, July 8.
- Maine Democrats are now seeking a candidate capable of defeating their opponent to win the elusive GOP-held seat, with State authorities setting a July 27 deadline for replacement selection.
- State officials will soon announce the formal process for the Democratic party to select a new nominee for the high-stakes Senate contest.
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Graham Platner withdraws from Maine Senate race, kicking off quest for nominee
He formally submitted his paperwork on Friday.
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