Graham Platner, a Marine veteran and progressive activist, has won the Democratic nomination for the US Senate in Maine. His victory on June 9, 2026, comes despite facing a series of personal controversies and negative headlines throughout his campaign. Platner will now compete against Susan Collins in the upcoming midterm election.
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Graham Platner wins Maine Democratic Senate primary
Graham Platner has secured the Democratic nomination for the US Senate in Maine, overcoming personal controversies during his campaign. He will face incumbent Susan Collins in the midterm election.
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