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Graham Platner Wins Maine Democratic Senate Primary Despite Scandals

Graham Platner secured the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate in Maine, overcoming various controversies including a 'Nazi' tattoo scandal and abuse allegations. His victory sets the stage for a competitive general election against Republican Susan Collins.

9 Jun, 09:00 — 10 Jun, 03:59
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NYTMostly Factual28m ago

Democrats Face Another Long Wait for Results in Maine Swing District

No candidate cleared 50 percent in the Democratic primary race to replace Representative Jared Golden, sending the race into ranked-choice voting.

By Bayliss Wagner and Tim Balk

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FTVery High2h ago

Graham Platner wins Maine Democratic primary for US Senate seat

Controversial candidate shrugged off misconduct allegations and will face Republican Susan Collins in November’s election

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le-mondeHigh1h ago

Graham Platner, anti-establishment candidate dogged by controversies, wins Democratic primary for US Senate in Maine

Platner, a Marine veteran and oyster farmer with a troubled history, has built a fervent following in Maine, where is he seen as a blunt, anti-establishment candidate who can unseat Susan Collins, a five-term Republican senator, in November's midterms.

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wapoMostly Factual7h ago

Are Graham Platner's scandals helping him?

Are Graham Platner's controversies actually helping him in the Maine Senate race? In this episode of "Make It Make Sense," Kate Andrews talks with Carine Hajjar about Platner's rise, his refusal to drop out amid multiple scandals, and why Democrats are still standing behind him.

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The GuardianMostly Factual3h ago

Graham Platner shrugs off scandals to win Maine Democratic Senate primary

Platner, whose campaign was hit by series of negative headlines, to face Susan Collins in key midterm contest Graham Platner, a Marine veteran, oyster farmer and progressive activist, has scaled a mountain of personal controversies to win the Democratic nomination for the US Senate in Maine. Victory on Tuesday caps a remarkable rise for a candidate who has never held elected office and whose campaign was shadowed by negative headlines that might have ended a more conventional political caree...

By David Smith in Blue Hill, Maine

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NPRHigh19h ago

Maine's Senate race and much more. Here are the primary contests to watch today

Republican incumbents are facing tough challenges in Maine and Nevada. In South Carolina, a crowded field of MAGA-devoted Republicans are facing off to be the next governor.

By The NPR Network

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Fox NewsMixed1h ago

Collins secures GOP nod in Maine Senate battle that could decide GOP majority

Sen. Susan Collins wins Maine GOP primary unopposed as she seeks a sixth term, facing Democrat Graham Platner in a crucial Senate majority battle.

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The IndependentMostly Factual3h ago

Graham Platner wins Maine Senate Democratic primary despite ‘Nazi’ tattoo scandal and women’s abuse claims

Political newcomer’s myriad of negative headlines infuriated progressives and worried establishment Democrats – but give Republicans a glimmer of hope

By John Bowden

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YahooMostly Factual4h ago

LePage wins Maine Republican nod in key US House battleground

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual3h ago

Graham Platner's wife Amy Gertner and parents: What we know about Maine senate candidate's family

As Graham Platner heads into the Maine Democratic primary on June 9 as the heavy favourite, here is what we know about his wife Amy Gertner and his parents.

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rolling-stoneMostly Factual2h ago

Graham Platner Wins Maine Senate Primary. Now Comes the Hard Part

"I’m humbled and proud to officially be your Democratic nominee for the U.S. Senate to take on Susan Collins and the billionaire class she represents," Platner said in a statement

By Charisma Madarang

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