Graham Platner Suspends Senate Campaign After Sexual Assault Allegations

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Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner has suspended his campaign following allegations of sexual assault.
The oysterman and former Marine, championed by liberal figures, faced mounting pressure after a Politico story detailed the accusations, which he denies.
His withdrawal deals a blow to Democratic hopes of flipping a Republican-held seat.

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Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner has suspended his campaign following allegations of sexual assault. The oysterman and former Marine, championed by liberal figures, faced mounting pressure after a Politico story detailed the accusations, which he denies. His withdrawal deals a blow to Democratic hopes of flipping a Republican-held seat.

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