Graham Platner suspended his campaign for the U.S. Senate seat held by Republican Susan Collins and stated his intent to formally withdraw by July 13. The Maine Democratic Party has until July 27 to select a replacement nominee via convention. Most details originate from unverified Daily Signal reporting.
“Graham Platner Suspended His Senate Campaign. Here’s What’s Next for Democrats.”
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“Graham Platner Ends Senate Campaign, Forcing Democrats to Pivot in Crucial Maine Race”
Read at Daily Signal →Platner’s exit creates a setback for efforts to unseat Collins and requires the party to consolidate quickly behind a viable replacement by July 27.
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