Patrick Dempsey Declines Senate Run | San Francisco News

Patrick Dempsey, the beloved “McDreamy” from Grey’s Anatomy, sparked national buzz when rumors surfaced he might run for Maine’s Senate seat after Democratic nominee Graham Platner stepped down amid serious allegations. Though Dempsey, a proud Maine native and cancer care advocate, issued a passionate statement calling for real change on housing and healthcare and urging a fresh approach to governance, he ultimately decided not to run. In an editorial, he said his existing work allows him to make a bigger impact without seeking office, without endorsing any candidate or naming names. The spotlight now turns to who will step up to replace Platner on the Democratic ticket for November’s election — a race with major stakes for Maine’s future. 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/438ce2066806c246