Democrats begin withdrawing endorsements of Graham Platner after Senate candidate is accused of sexual assault – live

According to The Guardian World, Democrats have begun withdrawing their endorsements of Graham Platner, the party's Senate candidate in Maine, after a woman accused him of sexual assault. Party figures described the allegation as serious, credible, and troubling, and the Democratic nominee said he would reflect on the best path forward. The allegation has not been tested, and Platner remains the party's nominee for now as the situation develops.

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