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2026-08-26 21:10:03

Maine GOP candidate wants ICE at polling places

Maine GOP gubernatorial candidate Bobby Charles plans to request border czar Tom Homan send ICE and U.S. Marshals to polling places, citing illegal voting prevention. Officials call it illegal and intimidating, though DHS says no such operations are planned. read more

2026-07-28 00:10:07

Jackson inherits energized Maine Senate race

Troy Jackson, a new Democratic Senate candidate in Maine, aims to maintain voter engagement after Platner energized the party. With under 100 days in a closely-watched race, Jackson faces the challenge of sustaining momentum for a competitive campaign. read more

2026-07-26 18:20:08

Maine Democrats pick new Senate nominee after scandal

Maine Democrats convene Saturday to replace scandal-hit nominee Graham Platner, with former Senate President Troy Jackson as front-runner. They aim to unseat Republican Susan Collins in a key 2026 Senate race, though Jackson faces fundraising and time challenges. read more

2026-07-26 11:50:06

Maine Democrats Tap Troy Jackson for Senate Race

Troy Jackson secured Maine's Democratic Senate nomination after Graham Platner withdrew due to sexual assault allegations. Jackson, a progressive former logger, now faces Republican Senator Susan Collins in a pivotal November race that could determine Senate control. read more

2026-07-14 10:10:07

Maine Democrats scramble after candidate rape allegations

Maine Democrats scramble to replace Senate candidate Graham Platner after rape allegations forced his exit. A July 25 convention will choose a nominee to face Republican Senator Susan Collins. Voters hope the new candidate can sustain Platner’s progressive momentum. read more

2026-07-10 22:50:07

Maine Senate candidate withdraws after rape allegation

Graham Platner, Maine's Democratic Senate nominee, officially withdrew after a rape allegation he denies. He cited financial struggles and blamed the establishment. The Maine Democratic Party must pick a replacement by July 27 to challenge Republican Susan Collins. read more

2026-07-10 13:00:07

Maine Democrats scramble after nominees abrupt exit

Maine Democrats scramble to replace progressive nominee Graham Platner after sexual assault allegations force his exit. With a July 27 deadline, candidates like Troy Jackson and Nirav Shah emerge to challenge Republican Susan Collins in a critical Senate race. read more

2026-07-09 14:50:04

Democrats scramble for new Maine Senate candidate

Democrats in Maine seek a new U.S. Senate candidate after Graham Platner suspended his campaign. The party must now find an alternative path forward for the upcoming election. read more

2026-07-09 02:10:08

Platner quits Maine Senate race after assault claim

Graham Platner exited Maine's Senate race after a sexual assault allegation, causing Democrats to scramble for a replacement to challenge Republican Susan Collins. Platner denies the claim, citing political structures as his reason. Democrats must find a new candidate by July 27. read more

2026-07-09 01:20:05

Maine Democrat ends Senate bid after rape allegation

Graham Platner ended his Maine Senate campaign after a rape allegation caused Democratic allies to withdraw support. He denied guilt, citing structural issues. The race to replace him begins as Democrats seek a nominee to challenge Susan Collins by a July 27 deadline. read more

2026-07-08 17:10:05

Former Maine Senate leader urges candidate to quit race

Former Maine Sen. Troy Jackson calls Graham Platner "self-serving" if he stays in the race after sexual assault allegations. Jackson filed to replace him, citing poor chances against Susan Collins. Platner denies claims, while Democrats withdraw support. read more

2026-07-08 16:10:10

Maine Dems accuse Senate candidate of interference

Maine Democrats accused Graham Platner’s campaign of trying to influence the replacement process if he withdraws after a sexual assault allegation. Platner denies this. Pressure grows for his exit by July 13, with high stakes for unseating GOP Sen. Susan Collins. read more

2026-07-08 08:20:07

Democrats face nightmare after outsider scandal

Maine Democrat Graham Platner's Senate campaign faces collapse after a sexual assault allegation, highlighting risks of outsider candidates bypassing party vetting. Party leaders urge his withdrawal by July 13 to preserve chances against Susan Collins. read more

2026-07-08 00:10:05

Maine Senate Candidate Hit With New Stealthing Allegation

Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner faces a "stealthing" accusation from ex-girlfriend Lyndsey Fifield, alleging he removed condoms without consent. Platner denies the claim, calling it politically motivated, amid other misconduct allegations. read more

2026-07-07 20:50:09

Democratic strategist: Maine candidate must be transparent

Democratic strategist Joel Payne says Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, facing sexual assault allegations, must be transparent as the "only path forward." Platner denies claims. Key question remains how Maine voters will respond amid calls for him to exit. read more

2026-07-07 16:30:07

Greene deletes post attacking assault accuser

Marjorie Taylor Greene deleted a post criticizing a sexual assault accuser of Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner. She questioned delayed reporting, drawing backlash. Maine Democrats and Senate leaders urged Platner to withdraw over multiple allegations. He denies them. read more

2026-07-07 11:10:11

Platner Urged to Exit Maine Senate Race After Allegation

Graham Platner faces mounting pressure to withdraw from the Maine Senate race following a sexual assault allegation reported by Politico. Platner denies the claim but calls for his exit grow louder. read more

2026-07-06 20:50:04

Maine Candidate Denies Assault, Weighs Political Future

Graham Platner denies sexual assault allegations from a former girlfriend but says he will reflect on the "best path forward" for his Maine Senate campaign. The Democrat faces multiple scandals, complicating party hopes to unseat Susan Collins. read more

2026-07-06 20:40:43

Maine Senate Candidate Denies New Assault Allegation

Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner denies a sexual assault allegation from an ex-girlfriend, who claims he forced himself on her in 2021. Platner calls the claims false, while Trump publicly insults him. The candidate previously faced concerns about behavior with women. read more

2026-06-10 02:10:02

Maine Democrat Wins Primary Amid Nazi Tattoo Scandal

Graham Platner won Maine's Democratic Senate primary despite a Nazi tattoo scandal and abuse allegations, dividing progressives and establishment Democrats while giving Republicans hope. He now faces Susan Collins in a pivotal race for Senate control. read more

2026-06-09 10:10:08

Maine Democrat faces scandal in primary test

Maine Democrat Graham Platner faces a credibility crisis amid sexual misconduct allegations, but is assured the Senate primary nomination. His performance tests Democratic ethical standards as the party aims to reclaim the Senate majority from Republican Susan Collins. read more

2026-06-05 23:00:06

Platner refuses to quit Maine Senate race

Graham Platner remains in Maine's Senate race despite controversies over past behavior, including a Nazi-like tattoo, deleted racist comments, and allegations from ex-partners. He denies claims, citing mental health struggles, and believes voters will focus on policy issues. read more

2026-06-01 10:00:09

Maine Senate candidate’s wife defends sexting scandal

Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner's wife Amy Gertner called "sexting" claims "shameful gossip" in a video, avoiding direct denial. Platner denied former staffer allegations, while Democrats worry about his general election chances against Senator Susan Collins. read more

2026-05-30 23:40:05

Maine candidates wife reveals explicit texts to women

Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner’s wife disclosed to his campaign he sent explicit texts to women early in their marriage. She said they overcame the issue, calling their marriage “stronger than ever.” Platner faces multiple controversies ahead of the midterms. read more

2026-05-21 13:40:44

Maine Senate Race: Pork vs Revolution

Sen. Susan Collins highlights her seniority and $1.5 billion in federal projects for Maine, while Democratic challenger Graham Platner calls for political revolution. The Senate race outcome hinges on whether voters value Collins' clout or Platner's anti-establishment message. read more

2025-02-25 17:10:54

"Governor Mills Faces Recall Petitions After Trans Rights Clash"

Democratic Governor Janet Mills of Maine faces a recall petition after challenging Trump over transgender rights without provisions for recall in Maine. Although the petition lacks practical power, symbolic discontent is evident. Trump's threats led to a viral clash, triggering a Title IX investigation. read more