Platner Under Fire Over Assault Allegations | Texas News

Allegations of sexual assault against U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner have erupted, with an ex-girlfriend accusing him of forcing her into sex in 2021 while intoxicated. Platner denies the claims. In response, the Maine Democratic Party is demanding his withdrawal by July 13 at 5 PM, or risk losing their nomination. Prominent Democrats, including Senate President Mattie Daughtry, the Speaker of the House, and the gubernatorial candidate, are rallying behind the call, stressing that survivors must be believed and that sexual violence has no place in public office. The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee warns they’ll cut funding if he stays on the ballot, while Susan Collins’ campaign calls the allegations appalling but declines to pick the nominee. The Maine Republican Party has gone further, calling Platner a “scandalous scumbag.” The race is now in turmoil, with serious implications for the election. 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/8a19b5c1b0e45768