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Maine Democrats accused Graham Platner’s Senate campaign of influencing the replacement debate as endorsers left him. The party emphasized Platner has no role in selecting the next nominee, while progressive allies suggested Troy Jackson as a replacement. An ex-girlfriend accused Platner of removing condoms without consent, prompting campaign pauses, and Republicans announced a $8 million ad campaign targeting his successor.

Credible allegations of sexual assault against Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner have led to the withdrawal of endorsements from prominent figures like Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren. The article questions why Platner's prior history of controversial behavior, including a Nazi tattoo, was not sufficient to disqualify him earlier.

Graham Platner, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Maine, faces calls to withdraw from the race following allegations of sexual assault reported by a former girlfriend. National Democrats, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Sen. Bernie Sanders, have urged him to step aside, with the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee suspending support for his candidacy.

Bernie Sanders and other Democrats, including Peter Welch and Becca Balint, urged Graham Platner, a candidate for U.S. Senate in Maine, to drop out amid allegations of misconduct, including rape. The Maine Democratic Party and the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee also called for Platner to step down, citing multiple credible allegations.

National Democrats are urging Maine's Graham Platner to withdraw from the Senate race after a former girlfriend alleged he sexually assaulted her in 2021. Key figures including Bernie Sanders, Chuck Schumer, and the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee have called for his resignation, with multiple endorsements and resources withdrawn. Platner has denied the allegations but may step aside by July 13, as the race is critical for Senate control.

Democrats are urging Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner to step aside amid sexual assault allegations, leading to withdrawn endorsements and a potential nominee replacement. The race is critical for Democrats to regain Senate control, with Platner denying the claims but facing calls to withdraw by July 13.

National Democrats are urging Maine's Graham Platner to withdraw from the Senate race following a sexual assault allegation from an ex-girlfriend. Prominent figures and organizations, including Bernie Sanders and the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee, have rescinded support, while Platner denies the accusation and must decide by July 13 whether to remain the Democratic nominee.

Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont called on Graham Platner to withdraw from the Maine Senate race following a rape allegation. Sanders had previously defended Platner despite earlier scandals.

John Fetterman criticized Bernie Sanders on Fox News for promoting 'predator ... communists.' The exchange occurred during a public appearance on the network.

More than half of Senate Democrats have called for Graham Platner to exit the Maine Senate race following a sexual assault allegation from a former date. Over 31 of 47 Democratic senators, including leaders like Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, urged Platner to withdraw, with the DSCC vowing not to support his campaign if he remains on the ballot.

Sen. Bernie Sanders urged Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner to step aside following a sexual assault allegation from a former romantic partner. Platner denies the claim, which involves an incident in 2021 where he allegedly entered a woman's home while drunk and assaulted her. Supporters are divided, with some expressing heartbreak and others urging him to remain in the race against Republican Sen. Susan Collins.

Bernie Sanders broke his silence on Graham Platner's Senate campaign after sexual assault allegations, recommending Platner step aside. Other endorsers had already denounced Platner and urged Maine Democrats to select a replacement candidate.

Sen. Bernie Sanders urged Graham Platner to drop out of Maine’s U.S. Senate race after a sexual assault allegation. Platner denies the claim but has not resigned, while a woman alleges he assaulted her in 2021. Supporters express divided reactions, with some calling for his resignation and others defending his campaign.

Bernie Sanders has called for Graham Platner to withdraw from the US Senate race in Maine due to sexual assault allegations. Platner denied the claims, but a growing number of Democrats have urged him to step aside as the party’s candidate.

Bernie Sanders addressed acolyte Graham Platner following rape allegations, stating they discussed the best path forward for Maine. Sanders, an early endorser of Platner, confirmed having spoken with him about the matter.

Graham Platner's campaign faces new allegations of sexual misconduct, leading Democrats to call for his withdrawal and consider replacements like Troy Jackson amid a July 13 deadline for dropping out. Key Democrats, including Ro Khanna and Chuck Schumer, have shifted support to potential replacements, while Platner denies the allegations and has not confirmed plans to exit.

Democrats in Maine are seeking to replace Senate nominee Graham Platner after a woman accused him of sexual assault. The state party may select a new candidate by July 27 if Platner quits by July 13, with potential replacements including Nirav Shah, Jordan Wood, and Troy Jackson. Our Revolution and Sen. Bernie Sanders have urged Platner to step down.

The Vermont Agency of Transportation received $19.7 million in federal BUILD grant funding under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to reconstruct a 12-mile stretch of Route 7 from Pittsford to Brandon. The project, awarded to Engineer’s Construction, Inc., aims to improve safety and capacity through roadway widening, truck climbing lanes, and other infrastructure upgrades, with construction set to begin in fall 2023 and finish by fall 2028.

Tad Devine, Bernie Sanders' 2016 campaign strategist, claims the Democratic National Committee coordinated with Hillary Clinton's campaign to block Sanders' nomination, leading to Trump's election victory. He argues the party continues to mishandle power dynamics and should recognize Mamdani's recent win as a model for engaging with Democratic Socialists.

Graham Platner, Maine's Democratic Senate candidate, faces sexual assault allegations from a former partner, prompting him to 'reflect' on his campaign. The accusation, reported by Politico, details an alleged 2021 incident involving non-consensual sex while Platner was intoxicated. Platner denies the claim but has canceled campaign events, complicating Democrats' efforts to unseat Republican Sen. Susan Collins.

A woman who previously dated Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner accused him of drunkenly forcing her to have non-consensual sex in 2021. Platner denied the allegation and paused campaign events, while state law allows Democrats to replace him if he withdraws by July 13.

A woman named Jenny Racicot accused Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner of sexual assault in 2021, claiming he forced her to have sex while drunk. Platner denied the allegation and stated he is evaluating his campaign's next steps, while canceling several town halls. State law allows Democrats to replace him as nominee if he withdraws by July 13.

Graham Platner, a Maine Senate candidate, faces accusations of sexual assault from a former partner, Jenny Racicot, who claims he forced her to have sex while drunk in 2021. Platner denies the allegations and is reflecting on his campaign's next steps, having canceled town halls. Maine Democrats may replace him by July 27 if he withdraws by July 13.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is reportedly discussing with President Trump a proposal to give the US government a 5% stake in OpenAI, which could translate to Americans receiving equity shares. The plan aims to compensate individuals for data used in AI development and create a safety net amid labor market concerns, with estimates suggesting a $320 equity stake per American household if distributed directly.

Democrats face a high-stakes Senate primary in Michigan between moderate Rep. Haley Stevens and progressive Abdul El-Sayed, with the winner set to challenge Republican Mike Rogers in the 2026 midterms. Progressive state Sen. Mallory McMorrow suspended her campaign, narrowing the race to two candidates. The Michigan Senate seat is a critical target for Republicans and a toss-up according to political analysts.

The Democratic primary in Michigan pits moderate Rep. Haley Stevens, backed by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, against progressive Abdul El-Sayed, endorsed by Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. The August 4, 2026, primary winner will face former Rep. Mike Rogers in the November midterm election for a Senate seat critical to Democratic majority hopes. Progressive state Sen. Mallory McMorrow suspended her campaign, narrowing the race to two candidates.

Progressive Democrats in Michigan report momentum as Mallory McMorrow exits her Senate race, narrowing the primary to Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens. Rep. Analilia Mejia endorses El-Sayed, citing his potential to replicate Bernie Sanders-endorsed primary successes. Polls show El-Sayed leading Stevens in a pro-El-Sayed super PAC survey and William Lawrence holding an edge in Michigan’s 7th Congressional District.

Mallory McMorrow suspended her Michigan U.S. Senate campaign, shifting the Democratic primary contest between Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed. The Senate seat is critical for Democrats aiming to retain control in the midterm elections. The primary, scheduled for August 4, faces ideological divisions, with Stevens backed by Senate leaders and El-Sayed supported by progressive figures.

Mallory McMorrow suspended her Michigan U.S. Senate campaign, shifting the Democratic primary race between Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed. The Senate seat is critical for Democrats to retain majority hopes, with the primary winner facing Republican Mike Rogers.

Michigan Democrat Mallory McMorrow suspended her U.S. Senate campaign, shifting the primary race between Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed. The Senate seat, vacated by retiring Sen. Gary Peters, is crucial for Democrats to retain in their effort to reclaim the Senate majority.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is considering offering a 5% stake in the company to the U.S. if competitors like Meta, Google, and Anthropic agree to similar terms, according to the Financial Times. Altman has met with President Donald Trump, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, and Sen. Bernie Sanders to discuss public ownership of AI companies, aiming to align OpenAI with government interests and avoid the fate of Anthropic.

Sam Altman is considering offering a 5% stake in OpenAI to the U.S. if competitors like Meta, Google, and Anthropic also contribute 5% to the public. Altman met with President Donald Trump, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to discuss the plan, which aims to align OpenAI with government interests and avoid a similar fate to Anthropic.

The Police Benevolent Association (PBA) is using a video of Mayor Zohran Mamdani discussing policing with Sen. Bernie Sanders to pressure him over a stalled NYPD contract. The PBA, which has been out of contract since August 2025, seeks salary increases to align NYPD officers' pay with New York State Troopers and has filed a Declaration of Impasse with the state’s Public Employment Relations Board.

Emails from CDC officials released by Sen. Bernie Sanders reveal agency leaders facing political pressures during the Trump era, highlighting challenges for the next director.

Abdul El-Sayed, a Michigan Senate candidate, advocated for releasing prisoners during a 2020 webinar hosted by the University of Michigan’s Carceral State Project. He argued incarceration reflects societal failures and endorsed continued decarceration post-pandemic. The event included a convicted murderer and a registered sex offender, though the latter denied knowing El-Sayed’s background.

Far-left candidates, including Melat Kiros and Zohran Mamdani-backed contenders, have won primary elections in New York City and Colorado, prompting a national push by the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) to challenge Democratic establishment figures in upcoming contests in Missouri, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Cori Bush and Abdul El-Sayed, both supported by progressive leaders like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders, are among the key candidates in these races.

Bernie Sanders criticized AIPAC and billionaire-funded super PACs for planning to spend heavily in Michigan's Senate race. He endorsed candidate Abdul El-Sayed, who opposes U.S. military aid to Israel and describes Israel's actions in Gaza as genocide.

Abdul El-Sayed's U.S. Senate campaign in Michigan gained endorsements from Indivisible and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, while facing questions about the endorsement process, correcting a clergy endorsement error, and Republican attacks targeting his progressive platform. He competes against Haley Stevens and Mallory McMorrow in the Democratic primary, with the National Republican Senatorial Committee running ads critical of his policies.

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez endorsed Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive Democrat running for the US Senate seat in Michigan. El-Sayed, supported by Bernie Sanders, leads in polls against Haley Stevens and Mallory McMorrow in the primary.

OpenAI is considering giving the US government a 5% stake to improve relations with the Trump administration and avoid public backlash. Left-wing Senator Bernie Sanders has proposed part-nationalization of the AI industry, while the White House and tech firms like Anthropic and OpenAI suggest measures such as universal basic income or public equity.