Maine Senate Race in Freefall | Roanoke News

Maine’s Senate race is in freefall after Democratic nominee Graham Platner faces a devastating sexual assault allegation from a former partner who says he drunkenly forced himself on her — a claim Platner denies but hasn’t stepped down from. With national Democrats demanding his resignation and the party scrambling to find a replacement before a July 13 deadline, the future of the seat — critical for Democratic Senate control — hangs in the balance. Platner, an oyster farmer and Marine veteran, has canceled events and is reportedly weighing his options, while voters grapple with heartbreak and moral outrage, refusing to blame the victim. The party is now split on who could replace him — progressives or pragmatic figures — as they race to salvage their chances against Republican incumbent Susan Collins. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/52ee2dc09a2eb719