Shah Enters Senate Race as Democrats Rush to Replace Platner | Bangor News

Nirav Shah just jumped into the Maine Senate race, declaring he’ll be the fighter the state needs after establishment politicians failed it. With Graham Platner’s campaign collapsing amid explosive allegations—including a denied rape claim, a Nazi tattoo, and explicit texts—Democrats are scrambling to replace him before the July 27 deadline. Shah, who previously ran for governor and backs Medicare for All, taxing the wealthy, and holding Trump accountable, is now one of several contenders vying to unseat GOP Senator Susan Collins, a seasoned incumbent with a strong record but waning popularity. The race is heating up fast. 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/8de193812436498b