Calls for Democrat Graham Platner to resign over sexual assault allegation spread, with Sanders also demanding it
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner has been accused of sexual assault by Maine resident Jenny Rasico. Platner 7 month 6 denied the allegation, and on 7 month 7 Democratic figures including Bernie Sanders publicly called for his resignation.
As allegations of sexual assault against Graham Platner have emerged, calls within the Democratic Party for him to withdraw from the primary and general elections have grown. In this primary, Platner is challenging incumbent Senator Susan Collins.
Maine resident Jenny Rasico has accused Platner of sexual assault. Rasico was reportedly said to have publicly disclosed the allegations.
Platner 7 month 6 denied the allegation. His campaign has maintained that he rejects the claim.
Several figures within the Democratic Party publicly called on Platner to withdraw from the race. Senator Bernie Sanders was reportedly said to have demanded Platner's resignation on 7 month 7.
The incident has reportedly thrown Platner's campaign into disarray. It has raised the possibility of affecting the dynamics of the Maine Senate race, which is classified as a competitive contest.
To date, Platner's official position remains a denial of the allegations. The campaign has not yet announced any additional statement or decision regarding replacing the candidate.
The allegations, denials, and calls from within the Democratic Party for resignation were confirmed to have been made public on 7 month 6 and 7 month 7, respectively. Further announcements may follow.
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