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Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner faces new sexual assault allegation: reports
Summary by The Trophy Club Editorial Desk Kimberlee Kruesi | The Associated Press and Nicholas Riccardi | The Associated P , as published by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· July 6, 2026
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Key points Further details on the allegation and Platner's response are available from Politico, including a statement from Platner and an account from the woman who made the claim, Jenny Racicot of Maine. A new allegation has surfaced against Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner.
A new allegation has surfaced against Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner. The claim involves a woman who previously dated Platner, and it has led to prominent supporters withdrawing their endorsements.
The allegation, reported by Politico, has thrown the Senate race into turmoil. Platner has denied the claim, but is considering the future of his campaign.
Further details on the allegation and Platner's response are available from Politico, including a statement from Platner and an account from the woman who made the claim, Jenny Racicot of Maine.
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Category: local Published: July 6, 2026 Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) Reading time: 1 min
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