Dem lawmaker says Graham Platner has ‘disqualified himself’ amid mounting allegations
Democratic lawmaker Madeleine Dean has stated that Graham Platner, the presumptive nominee for the US Senate seat from Maine, has 'disqualified himself' amid a series of allegations regarding his personal conduct. Dean's comments reflect growing concerns within the party as new allegations continue to surface, including claims of abusive behavior from former partners. Despite the mounting scrutiny, Platner remains in the race and has denied the most serious accusations against him.
- ▪Madeleine Dean, a Democratic lawmaker, expressed that Graham Platner has disqualified himself from serving in the Senate.
- ▪Allegations against Platner include sending sexually explicit messages and abusive behavior during past relationships.
- ▪Platner has acknowledged a 'dark period' in his life but denies the most serious accusations of physical abuse.
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US News Dem lawmaker says Graham Platner has ‘disqualified himself’ amid mounting allegations By Ariel Zilber Published June 5, 2026, 7:17 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google A Democratic lawmaker said Friday that her own party’s presumptive nominee for the US Senate seat from Maine, Graham Platner, has “disqualified himself” from serving in office as a cascade of allegations continues to engulf his campaign. Pennsylvania Rep. Madeleine Dean delivered the blunt assessment during an appearance on CNN, where she was asked whether she still supported Platner’s bid for the US Senate amid mounting scrutiny over his past conduct and personal behavior.
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