Graham Platner, the Democratic candidate for Senate in Maine, has denied allegations of sexual assault reported by Politico on July 6, 2026. He described the allegations as 'categorically untrue' and stated that he is assessing the best path forward.
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Graham Platner Denies Sexual Assault Allegation and Considers Next Steps
Graham Platner, a Democratic Senate candidate in Maine, has denied sexual assault allegations reported by Politico. He characterized the claims as false and is currently evaluating his next steps.
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