Despite new allegations, Maine’s Platner predicts voters will send him to Senate
Graham Platner, a Democratic candidate for the US Senate from Maine, remains optimistic about his chances in the upcoming primary despite facing serious allegations regarding his treatment of women. He has denied these allegations, claiming they have been politically motivated and 'weaponized' against him. Supporters continue to rally behind him, while some feminist groups are urging voters to consider other candidates.
- ▪Graham Platner predicts voter support in the Maine primary despite controversies surrounding his personal conduct.
- ▪He has faced allegations of physical intimidation and inappropriate behavior towards women, which he denies.
- ▪Platner has retained support from prominent Democrats, including Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren.
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Graham Platner at a campaign event on 5 June 2026 in Bar Harbor, Maine. Photograph: Robert F Bukaty/APView image in fullscreenGraham Platner at a campaign event on 5 June 2026 in Bar Harbor, Maine. Photograph: Robert F Bukaty/APMaineDespite new allegations, Maine’s Platner predicts voters will send him to SenateDemocrat denies reports of physical intimidation towards women, saying his past has been ‘weaponized’Edward HelmoreSat 6 Jun 2026 13.58 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleThe Democratic US senate candidate Graham Platner on Friday predicted that Maine’s voters would support him four days later in his party primary despite a string of controversies – including recent negative headlines about his treatment of women that he said had been “weaponized”.In a 25-minute speech before…
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