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Bernie-Backed Platner Faces Maine Blowback After Socialist Recruiting Push

June 9, 2026·5 days ago·via Fox News Politics
Bernie-Backed Platner Faces Maine Blowback After Socialist Recruiting Push
Graham Platner’s campaign is drawing heat after being recruited by two socialists, a detail that fits the left’s bigger problem in Maine - a candidate too far left for a state that still values common sense. CNN is already noting that Maine Democrats are bracing for trouble, while AOC is defending Platner amid abuse allegations. Sen. Susan Collins is warning that Bernie-backed Platner is out of step with Maine voters. Read more about this...

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