Platner Out, Veterans March In | Charlotte News

Graham Platner, the Maine Senate candidate who dropped out amid explosive sexual assault allegations, is no longer speaking at the Labor Day rally — but he’s still making headlines by leading a veterans’ march instead. Once seen as a relatable combat vet and oyster farmer pitching on housing and healthcare, his campaign spiraled after scandals including lewd texts while married, Bernie Sanders’ early support fading fast, and a controversial Nazi-style tattoo he later covered up. With Platner out, Democrats tapped Troy Jackson — who’d once campaigned with him — to challenge Senator Susan Collins. The rally goes on, with music and other speakers filling the void left by the political storm. 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/a39bf670c7303def