WATCH: Chuck Schumer sidesteps Platner scandals, confirms support for controversial Dem
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer reaffirmed his support for Democratic candidate Graham Platner despite ongoing controversies. Schumer sidestepped questions regarding Platner's scandals, which include a tattoo linked to Nazi imagery and inappropriate messages. He emphasized the goal of defeating Republican Senator Susan Collins and taking back the Senate.
- ▪Chuck Schumer confirmed his support for Graham Platner amid controversies.
- ▪Platner has faced criticism for a tattoo with Nazi imagery and inappropriate messages.
- ▪Schumer focused on the goal of defeating Susan Collins rather than addressing the scandals directly.
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| Publication time | Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:19:24 -0400 |
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Democratic Party WATCH: Chuck Schumer sidesteps Platner scandals, confirms support for controversial Dem Schumer dodged questions on the controversies surrounding Platner's campaign, vowed to 'take back the Senate' By Peter Pinedo Fox News Published June 2, 2026 6:19pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Chuck Schumer doubles down on support for controversial Graham Platner Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., sidestepped questions about controversial Democratic candidate Graham Platner and confirmed his support for the Democrat.
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