Graham Platner won the Democratic primary on June 10, 2026, positioning him to challenge incumbent Senator Susan Collins (R-Maine) in the upcoming Senate election. While Platner was anticipated to secure the primary victory, his campaign has faced challenges due to recent allegations related to a sexting scandal and claims of inappropriate behavior from former partners.
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Graham Platner Wins Democratic Primary for Senate Race
Graham Platner has won the Democratic primary for the Senate race against incumbent Susan Collins. His campaign has been affected by allegations of a sexting scandal and claims of toxic behavior from former partners.
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