Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner withdrew from the race following sexual assault allegations. President Trump commented, casting doubt on the claims, shortly before Platner's announcement. Trump himself faces similar accusations.
Democrat Graham Platner has withdrawn from the Maine Senate race following sexual assault allegations. The withdrawal impacts Democrats' efforts to gain Senate seats in the upcoming midterms, as Platner was seen as a strong contender against Republican Senator Susan Collins.
Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner withdrew from the race after sexual assault allegations. President Trump commented, casting doubt on the claims, shortly before Platner's announcement. Trump himself faces multiple sexual misconduct accusations.
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.
Maine's Democratic Senate nominee is in crisis after a Politico report detailed sexual assault accusations. This has led to widespread calls for him to withdraw, jeopardizing a key race for Democrats aiming to unseat incumbent Republican Susan Collins.
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner is facing calls to withdraw from his campaign following a former girlfriend's accusation of sexual assault. Platner denies the allegations, which were first reported by Politico. Democratic strategist Joel Payne stated transparency is Platner's only path forward, but the ultimate decision rests with Maine voters.
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner is facing serious sexual assault allegations from Jenny Racicot, prompting top Democrats to urge his withdrawal from the 2026 race. Platner denies the claims, but the controversy jeopardizes Democratic hopes of unseating Senator Susan Collins.
Democratic leaders are calling for Graham Platner, the party's nominee for Senate in Maine, to withdraw following media reports of a sexual assault accusation from nearly five years ago. The DSCC stated it will not invest in the race if he remains on the ballot.
Leading Democrats are withdrawing support from Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner after a former girlfriend accused him of sexual assault. Jenny Racicot alleged Platner forced nonconsensual sex in late 2021. Platner denies the allegations but is "rethinking his campaign."
Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner is facing intensified calls to withdraw after a woman accused him of sexual assault. Platner denies the claims, but top Democrats, including Ro Khanna and Ruben Gallego, have rescinded their endorsements.
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner is denying new allegations of sexual assault reported by Politico. The former girlfriend claims Platner entered her home intoxicated and forced sex. Platner's campaign calls the claims false and coordinated, but he acknowledged the political reality and is reflecting on his path forward.
Democratic Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner is reflecting on his campaign after a woman accused him of sexual assault in 2021. Platner denies the allegations, calling them "categorically false," but stated his campaign is "taking the time to reflect on the best path forward."
Award-winning actor Micheal Ward is on trial accused of rape and sexual assault. The alleged victim claims the incidents occurred in a car in London in 2023 after meeting Ward at a bar. Ward denies the charges, stating all sexual activity was consensual.
Australian police are investigating allegations of rape, torture, and abuse against Israeli forces following the interception of a Gaza-bound aid flotilla. Four Australian women from the flotilla met with officials and shared their experiences. Israel has denied the claims, calling them "false" and activists "provocateurs."
Two players accused of sexual assault face contrasting fates at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana's Thomas Partey was denied a Canadian visa due to rape allegations, while a Japanese player implicated in a gang rape remains on the tournament roster.
Ghana's Thomas Partey denied Canadian visa due to rape allegations, missing World Cup opener. Meanwhile, a Japanese player implicated in a gang rape remains on the tournament roster, drawing scrutiny.
Canada has denied entry to Ghanaian player Thomas Partey due to sexual assault allegations in Great Britain. FIFA announced that Partey will not be able to join the Ghanaian national team for their match against Panama on Wednesday, June 17, as the Canadian government has refused him a visa. Partey, a former Arsenal player, currently plays for Villarreal in La Liga.
French singer and actor Patrick Bruel, 67, has been handed preliminary charges for rape, attempted rape, sexual assault, and sexual harassment involving several women between 2008 and 2019. He denies the allegations and was released under strict judicial supervision.
Singer Patrick Bruel, 67, faces potential charges including rape and sexual assault involving nine alleged victims. Prosecutors have requested his provisional detention as he is presented to investigative judges.
The final five performances of Patrick Bruel's play "Deuxième Partie" in Paris have been canceled due to sexual assault and rape allegations against the actor. The decision was made in agreement with the cast.
Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong stated her belief in women alleging sexual assault and beatings by Israeli soldiers during a humanitarian flotilla to Gaza. Israel denies the claims, calling them baseless. Wong expressed empathy and concern over the treatment of the 11 Australians detained.
Several French mayors are publicly calling on singer Patrick Bruel to cancel his upcoming tour due to numerous sexual assault allegations. While mayors lack direct legal power to ban concerts, they are using moral and political pressure, citing dignity and the need to listen to victims.
Paris Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire suggested Patrick Bruel take a career break during legal proceedings for sexual assault allegations. Grégoire, a fan, cited the need for a serene defense and urged Bruel to cancel upcoming concerts.
French star Patrick Bruel vehemently denies allegations of sexual assault and drugging by multiple women, including TV presenter Flavie Flament. Prosecutors are examining some cases, while Bruel's lawyer claims consensual relations.
