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Senator Bernie Sanders Withdraws Support for Maine Senate Nominee Graham Platner Amid Sexual Assault Allegation

Senator Bernie Sanders has withdrawn his support for Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner following a sexual assault allegation against him. Platner, who denies the allegation, has not stepped down from the race, which raises concerns for Democrats about their chances in the upcoming election. The situation could lead to a contentious process for selecting a replacement candidate if Platner decides to withdraw.

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Senator Bernie Sanders has withdrawn his support for Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner following a sexual assault allegation against him. Platner, who denies the allegation, has not stepped down from the race, which raises concerns for Democrats about their chances in the upcoming election. The situation could lead to a contentious process for selecting a replacement candidate if Platner decides to withdraw.

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Democrats scramble as Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner faces sexual assault allegation

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Senator Bernie Sanders Withdraws Support for Maine Senate Nominee Graham Platner Amid Sexual Assault Allegation