Platner denies sexual assault allegations, but says he will asses 'best path forward'
Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner is facing sexual assault allegations from a former girlfriend, which he has categorically denied. Despite the denial, Platner is reflecting on his campaign's future as the scandal threatens Democratic efforts to flip a key Maine Senate seat.
Why it matters
The scandal complicates the Democratic Party's narrow path to regaining control of the U.S. Senate in the upcoming midterm elections.
Graham Platner is denying allegations of sexual assault, the latest in a string of scandals surrounding the Democratic candidate for Senate in Maine and his history with women.
The article reports on the allegations and the candidate's denial using neutral, objective language without taking a side.
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