How Dems could replace Platner in Maine Senate race and who might take his place
Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner has said he is considering his options in the wake of a sexual assault allegation that he denies
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Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner has said he is considering his options in the wake of a sexual assault allegation that he denies. The Maine Democratic Party has called on Platner to leave the race. Democratic candidate for US Senate from Maine has seen his support collapse.
Furthermore, The Maine Democratic Party would have until July 27 to select a new nominee. Platner has remained silent after saying in a social media video on Monday that he was taking time "to reflect on the best path forward." He can be replaced on the ballot if he drops out by July 13. The state Democratic party has not responded to ABC News' request for comment.
In addition, Candidate vetting, which has become standard practice in high-stakes elections, is a process that often takes several weeks and tens of thousands of dollars to properly complete. Democratic operatives reportedly commissioned a brief, low-cost background check on Graham Platner before launching his Senate campaign, a decision that appears to be backfiring as new allegations and controversies engulf the candidate and Democrats call on him to drop out. Graeme Sloan/Getty Images Nirav Shah , who confirmed he's considering a bid, was in the running to be Maine’s governor and led in the polls prior to the Democratic runoff.
Moreover, "I have spoken with Graham Platner about the best path forward for Maine," Sanders, Platner’s biggest national ally, said in a statement.
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Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner has said he is considering his options in the wake of a sexual assault allegation that he denies.
reliability moderate3/3 sourcesThe Maine Democratic Party has called on Platner to leave the race.
reliability moderate2/2 sourcesDemocratic candidate for US Senate from Maine has seen his support collapse
reliability moderate2/2 sourcesThe Maine Democratic Party would have until July 27 to select a new nominee.
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Platner has remained silent after saying in a social media video on Monday that he was taking time "to reflect on the best path forward." He can be replaced on the ballot if he drops out by July 13.
according to The IndependentThe state Democratic party has not responded to ABC News' request for comment.
according to ABC News — Top StoriesCandidate vetting, which has become standard practice in high-stakes elections, is a process that often takes several weeks and tens of thousands of dollars to properly complete.
according to Fox News — LatestDemocratic operatives reportedly commissioned a brief, low-cost background check on Graham Platner before launching his Senate campaign, a decision that appears to be backfiring as new allegations and controversies engulf the candidate and Democrats call on him to drop out.
according to Fox News — LatestGraeme Sloan/Getty Images Nirav Shah , who confirmed he's considering a bid, was in the running to be Maine’s governor and led in the polls prior to the Democratic runoff.
according to ABC News — Top Stories"I have spoken with Graham Platner about the best path forward for Maine," Sanders, Platner’s biggest national ally, said in a statement.
according to The IndependentMS NOW host grills reporter over shock Platner rape claim: ‘Is there evidence?’.
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The Maine Democratic Party would have until July 27 to select a new nominee.
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omitted byCentercovered byLeft sideRight sideThe Maine Democratic Party has called on Platner to leave the race.
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