How Democrats could replace Platner on the Maine Senate ticket after he wins the primary
The Democratic Party in Maine may replace Senate candidate Graham Platner if he wins the primary but withdraws before a specified date. State law allows for a replacement nomination if Platner steps aside by July 13, following the primary on June 9. His candidacy has been marred by controversy, including allegations regarding inappropriate texts and a Nazi tattoo, raising questions about his viability in the race against incumbent Sen. Susan Collins.
- ▪Graham Platner could be replaced on the ballot if he withdraws by July 13 after winning the primary.
- ▪His campaign has faced scrutiny due to allegations of sending sexual texts and having a Nazi tattoo.
- ▪Platner has been endorsed by prominent Democrats like Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren, despite ongoing controversies.
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The Democratic Party could replace Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner on the general election ballot if he wins the primary and subsequently quits before a specific date, according to state law. A candidate “nominated for an office at a primary election” can withdraw by 5 p.m. of the second Monday in July preceding the general election, under a Maine statute. The state Democratic Party committee may then “make a replacement nomination for the general election” by 5 p.m. of the fourth Monday in July.
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