Maine Democrats plan convention to replace scandal-hit Graham Platner – live

According to The Guardian, Maine Democrats are planning a convention to select a new Senate candidate after Graham Platner announced his withdrawal from the race. Platner, who had been the party's pick, stepped down following a sexual assault allegation. In his withdrawal announcement, delivered via video, Platner accused the party and media of acting as 'judge, jury and executioner.' The convention will determine who replaces him on the ballot.

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