Platner Faces New Assault Allegations | Texas News

New sexual assault allegations against Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner are sending shockwaves through the race, as a former girlfriend claims he raped her in 2021 — just as a string of misconduct accusations have already eroded his campaign. Platner denies the claims, calling them “troubling but false,” but the fallout is swift: key allies are pulling back, Senator Elizabeth Warren is urging him to drop out, and fellow Democrats warn the party’s Senate ambitions hang in the balance. Amid mounting pressure, Platner released a video acknowledging the gravity of the allegations while still denying them, saying he’s weighing his campaign’s future. The race, seen as pivotal for Democrats, now faces a critical crossroads as voters and lawmakers grapple with the fallout. 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/a5c8566abbeacd8d