Maine Democrat Platner Denies Sex Allegations, Says He'll 'Reflect' on Senate Bid
July 6, 2026·about 3 hours ago·via Reuters

Maine Democrat Graham Platner is facing serious sexual assault allegations as he considers his Senate campaign future. Rather than decisively addressing the charges, Platner is taking time to "reflect" - a classic political dodge that suggests his team is calculating damage control instead of confronting the accusations head-on. The vague language and delay tactics raise questions about whether he's genuinely innocent or simply waiting for the news cycle to move on before deciding his next move. Read more about this...