7 Democrats say they’re ready to take Platner’s place in Maine’s US Senate race

By: Kaitlyn Budion

Outlets: Maine Morning Star

Published: July 9, 2026

Words: 960

Last Updated: 1 week, 6 days ago

With Graham Platner’s withdrawal Wednesday from Maine’s U.S. Senate race, at least seven Democrats are vying to replace him.

Speculation about who could step into the race has swirled this week after Democrats locally and nationally called for Platner to drop out following an accusation of sexual assault, which he denied.

Numerous Democrats from around the state have expressed interest in replacing him to go up against incumbent Republican U.S. …

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