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Maine Senate Candidate Withdraws After Rape Allegations

July 10, 2026·about 3 hours ago·via Fox News Politics
Maine Senate Candidate Withdraws After Rape Allegations
Graham Platner has formally withdrawn from his U.S. Senate bid in Maine following serious sexual assault allegations that derailed his campaign. His exit comes as the Republican establishment faces questions about vetting and candidate selection in a competitive race. Platner's withdrawal message reportedly included inflammatory rhetoric about Middle East policy, highlighting the chaos and division within party ranks. Read more about this...

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