Bernie Sanders Recommends Graham Platner Withdraw from Maine Senate Race Following 2021 Allegation
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Bernie Sanders stated on July 7, 2026 that he had spoken with Graham Platner and recommended he step aside from the Maine Senate race in light of sexual assault allegations reported the previous day. Thirty-one Democratic senators had urged withdrawal by early afternoon on July 7, and Elizabeth Warren withdrew her March 2026 endorsement. If Platner withdraws within six days, Democrats can select a replacement nominee.
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[CBS News 🏢] Sen. Bernie Sanders says he encouraged Graham Platner to step aside[The Daily Wire 🔓] Leading DSA Candidate To Replace Platner Accused Of Hitting Female Colleague During Argument[Politico 🏢] More than half of Senate Democrats have urged Platner to drop out[Washington Examiner 👤] Platner fallout adds to Warren’s endorsement embarrassments[The Washington Post] If Platner withdraws from race in next six days, Democrats have a chance to pick a replacement