Bernie Sanders rejects regret over early Graham Platner support despite ‘warning signs’

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Coverage of the event diverges in the emphasis on Sanders' response to the controversy. The New York Post led with Sanders' lack of regret, while Fox News highlighted his urging of Platner to withdraw after the allegations surfaced. All…

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Bernie Sanders rejects regret over early Graham Platner support despite ‘warning signs’

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Bernie Sanders defended his early support for Graham Platner and addressed concerns about vetting progressive candidates on CBS’ "Face the Nation." NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! "When we heard the serious allegations made against him, I wanted to get on the phone. I don’t know who has been, quote unquote, fully vetted," Sanders said.

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▪Bernie Sanders defended his early support for Graham Platner and addressed concerns about vetting progressive candidates on CBS’ "Face the Nation." NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles!
▪"When we heard the serious allegations made against him, I wanted to get on the phone.
▪I don’t know who has been, quote unquote, fully vetted," Sanders said.

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▪ Bernie Sanders has no regrets for ignoring warning signs about disgraced pick Graham Platner — New York Post

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Graham Platner Bernie Sanders rejects regret over early Graham Platner support despite ‘warning signs’ Sanders told 'Face the Nation' he called Platner to step aside once the sexual assault accusation surfaced By CJ Womack Fox News Published July 26, 2026 8:25pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Bernie Sanders rejects regret over Graham Platner support despite ‘warning signs’ Sen. Bernie Sanders defended his early support for Graham Platner and addressed concerns about vetting progressive candidates on CBS’ "Face the Nation." NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Sen.

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