Platner considering ‘best path forward’ after sexual assault accusation in Politico

By: Emma Davis

Outlets: Maine Morning Star

Published: July 6, 2026

Words: 332

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 1 day ago

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A woman who previously dated Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner told Politico that he sexually assaulted her. Platner denied the allegations.

The oysterman and military veteran has faced a series of controversies during his campaign including alleged unsettling behavior toward previous romantic partners, but the accusations in the Politico story published on Monday amount to the most serious.

Jenny Racicot, 41, told Politico she had an on-and-off relationship with Platner …

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