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Graham Platner Files Paperwork to Withdraw From Maine Senate Race
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- Graham Platner officially withdrew from the Maine Senate race following a rape accusation he denied, ending his controversial campaign.
- His withdrawal allows Maine Democrats to begin selecting a replacement nominee through a party convention expected in late July.
- At least six candidates, including former gubernatorial and House primary contenders, have expressed interest in the expedited nomination contest.
- Platner faced a Monday deadline to withdraw formally; failure to do so would have kept him on the November ballot, complicating the race for Democrats.
