Graham Platner, a Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Maine running against Sen. Susan Collins, is the subject of reports concerning sexually explicit text messages sent while married and a skull tattoo resembling a Nazi symbol. Supported claims from available sources confirm the messages to multiple women, his wife's awareness, and continued support from Sen. Bernie Sanders alongside concern from Sen. Cory Booker. Unverified details include the exact number of recipients and the role of former staff in publicizing the messages.