Lyndsey Fifield
Coverage of Lyndsey Fifield in the Nexus archive.
- Did the media fall short in its reporting on Graham Platner?
The New York Times published an article about Senate candidate Graham Platner's treatment of women he dated. Lyndsey Fifield, a former date, criticized the article as a 'gift to the Platner campaign'. The media's reporting on the issue was described as flawed but ultimately uncovered the truth.
- Graham Platner ex reveals reach-out before campaign, says he was trying to 'take my temperature'
Lyndsey Fifield, a former partner of Graham Platner, claims he reached out to her in 2025 with what she interpreted as an attempt to gauge her silence on his past. Platner, who later dropped out of the Maine Senate race, faced allegations of physical misconduct and controlling behavior during their 2013-2015 relationship. Fifield also accused him of dating multiple women simultaneously and lying to them.
- Platner accuser recalls 'gaslighting,' ‘betrayal’ from NY Times as she came forward with her allegations
Lyndsey Fifield, an accuser of Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, alleges The New York Times used guilt-tripping tactics to pressure her into speaking out about Platner's sexual misconduct. The article details how Times reporters connected Fifield with another accuser, Jenny Racicot, and focused on Fifield's conservative politics in their coverage. Platner dropped out of the Senate race following rape allegations from Racicot and other accusations of sexual misconduct.
- Trump on Platner: ‘It’s really a question of whether you believe the woman’
President Donald Trump stated that the controversy over Maine oysterman Graham Platner involves 'whether you believe the woman' who accused him of sexual assault. Platner, a Democratic Senate nominee, has lost support after allegations emerged, with Democrats considering a replacement. Trump questioned if Democrats should replace Platner, referencing a separate woman who accused him of mistreatment but not sexual assault.
- Ex-girlfriend alleges Platner removed condom during sex without consent
Lyndsey Fifield, an ex-girlfriend of Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, alleges he removed a condom during sex without her consent. She previously accused him of violent behavior in a New York Times article. The Washington Post reported this latest claim.
- New explosive allegation rocks Platner campaign still reeling from rape accusation
U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner faces a second sexual misconduct allegation from ex-girlfriend Lyndsey Fifield, who claims he removed condoms during sex, and a rape accusation from Jenny Racicot, who alleges he raped her in 2021. Platner must decide by July 13 whether to withdraw from the race, which would allow the Democratic Party to replace him.
- New explosive allegation rocks Platner campaign still reeling from rape accusation
U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner faces a second sexual misconduct allegation, with ex-girlfriend Lyndsey Fifield claiming he removed condoms during sex despite her explicit requests to wear them. Another accuser, Jenny Racicot, alleges Platner raped her in 2021 while they were in a relationship. Platner must withdraw by July 13 to allow a replacement Democratic candidate in the race against Senator Susan Collins.
- Dem with White House ambitions ripped after backing two scandal-plagued candidates: 'Troubling'
Ruben Gallego, who has considered a 2028 presidential run, rescinded support for Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner after a rape allegation, similar to his previous withdrawal of support for Eric Swalwell's California gubernatorial campaign amid misconduct allegations. Platner and Swalwell denied the allegations, while Platner's former girlfriend Lyndsey Fifield criticized Gallego for not acting sooner.
- Dem with White House ambitions ripped after backing two scandal-plagued candidates: 'Troubling'
Sen. Ruben Gallego rescinded support for Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner after a rape allegation emerged, following his earlier withdrawal of backing for Eric Swalwell amid sexual assault allegations. Platner and Swalwell denied the accusations, while Platner's former girlfriend highlighted Gallego's delayed response to her prior allegations of abusive behavior.
- Graham Platner’s ex-girlfriend alleges Maine Dem would sneakily pull off condoms during sex
Lyndsey Fifield accused Graham Platner of secretly removing condoms during sexual encounters without informing her. The allegation was reported to the Washington Post.
- Democrats abandon embattled candidate Graham Platner after rape allegation implodes Senate bid
Democrats withdrew support from Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner following a rape allegation by Jenny Racicot. Prominent supporters like Elizabeth Warren, Ro Khanna, Martin Heinrich, and Ruben Gallego called for him to end his campaign after the accusation. Platner denied the allegation but faced widespread backlash leading to his campaign's collapse.
- Top Platner ally turns on him after bombshell rape allegation rocks campaign: 'Red line'
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner faces a rape allegation from former partner Jenny Racicot, leading to withdrawn endorsement from Rep. Ro Khanna and calls for him to exit the race from Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand. Platner also faces prior abuse accusations and other controversies.
- Top Platner ally turns on him after bombshell rape allegation rocks campaign: 'Red line'
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner faces mounting pressure after a rape allegation by Jenny Racicot, leading to withdrawn endorsements from Rep. Ro Khanna and a joint statement from Senate leaders urging him to exit the race. Platner has denied the allegations but continues to grapple with prior controversies, including abuse accusations and offensive past actions.
- Woman who dated US Senate candidate says he sexually assaulted her
Jenny Racicot alleges that Maine U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner sexually assaulted her in late 2021, claiming he forced himself on her while she repeatedly objected. Platner denies the allegations, calling them 'troubling, serious, and false.' The article also references prior allegations against Platner from another woman, Lyndsey Fifield.
- JONATHAN TURLEY: When journalists whine about #MeToo, they don’t mean Platner, too
Jodi Kantor of the New York Times defended Democratic candidate Graham Platner despite multiple women accusing him of physical abuse, sexting, and dismissing rape victims, arguing the allegations differ from 'classic MeToo' cases. Kantor emphasized the accusations occurred within consensual relationships, contrasting with workplace harassment scenarios, while critics highlighted additional controversies like Platner's Nazi tattoo and mocking of victims.
- Platner floats jailing billionaires in fiery pre-primary speech pushing far-left agenda
Graham Platner, a Maine Senate candidate, proposed jailing billionaires for looking at political ads 'the wrong way' during a speech promoting a far-left agenda including universal health care and wealth taxes. His remarks drew criticism from Republicans, who highlighted his endorsers funded by billionaires and accused him of promoting 'Marxist dystopian' ideas. Platner's campaign faces additional scrutiny due to allegations of past abusive behavior from multiple ex-girlfriends.
- Platner-backer Ro Khanna insists there's 'no evidence of violence' in newest allegations
Rep. Ro Khanna defended Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner against New York Times allegations of toxic behavior, stating there was 'no evidence of violence.' Khanna acknowledged verbal intimidation but emphasized Platner's accountability and support for his economic policies. Accusations include Platner allegedly pulling an ex-girlfriend from a taxi and pushing her into a bedroom, alongside prior controversies like a Nazi-symbol tattoo and explicit messages to married women.
- Maher warns Democrats have 'another sex, creep problem’ with Platner citing misconduct allegations
Bill Maher criticized Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner for controversies including a Nazi symbol tattoo, allegations of sexting while married, and accusations of unsettling behavior from former partners. Platner denied claims of violence against women, calling them 'politically motivated.'
- Top House Democrat says there's 'no way' Platner didn't know tattoo's Nazi origins
Rep. Brad Schneider, a senior House Democrat, criticized Senate candidate Graham Platner for claiming ignorance about his Nazi-linked tattoo, stating 'there's no way' Platner was unaware. Platner faces scrutiny over the tattoo, explicit messages to women, offensive social media posts, and allegations of past relationship abuse. The tattoo, covered after becoming a campaign issue, was reportedly discussed by Platner as a 'Totenkopf' during a 2007 Marine deployment.
- James Carville endorses 'f---ed up' Platner, compares him to US allying with Stalin to win WWII
Veteran Democratic strategist James Carville endorsed Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, comparing his support to the U.S. allying with Stalin during WWII. Platner faces allegations including a Nazi SS tattoo and misconduct claims, which he denies. Carville defended Platner against criticism, contrasting him with opponent Susan Collins.
- New York Times reporter under scrutiny as Biden accuser says she had similar experience as Graham Platner's ex
Tara Reade, who accused Joe Biden of sexual assault in 1993, compared her experience with The New York Times to that of Lyndsey Fifield, an ex-girlfriend of Graham Platner who accused him of abusive behavior. Both women criticized The Times for focusing heavily on their personal histories while omitting accusations from other alleged victims and downplaying corroboration of their claims.
- Top Democrats back Platner despite abuse allegations after demanding accountability in Kavanaugh fight
Top Democrats are supporting Senate candidate Graham Platner despite allegations of physical aggression and explicit messaging during his marriage. Platner denies the claims, calling them politically motivated, while some lawmakers extend him 'a measure of grace.' This contrasts with past Democratic demands for accountability in similar cases.
- Top Democrats back Platner despite abuse allegations after demanding accountability in Kavanaugh fight
Top Democrats are supporting Senate candidate Graham Platner despite abuse allegations from former girlfriends, contrasting their past push for accountability in cases like Brett Kavanaugh. Platner denies the allegations, calling them politically motivated, while some lawmakers extend him 'a measure of grace.'
- How much baggage will Democrats accept from Maine's Graham Platner?
Graham Platner, a Maine U.S. Senate candidate, faces scrutiny over past Nazi tattoo, offensive online posts, explicit messaging, and allegations of rough behavior. Democrats continue to support him despite these controversies, with a New York Times investigation highlighting concerns raised by multiple women, including Lyndsey Fifield, who alleges knowledge of his tattoo's Nazi symbolism and physical mistreatment.
- Platner ex-girlfriend accuses New York Times of ‘set up’
Lyndsey Fifield, an ex-girlfriend of Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, accuses The New York Times of betraying her after being quoted in an article about allegations of 'unsettling' behavior in Platner's dating life.
- Graham Platner accuser hits NYT for allegedly softening allegations, says coverage was 'gift' to Democrat
Lyndsey Fifield, an ex-girlfriend of Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, accused The New York Times of downplaying her allegations of abuse and omitting corroborating evidence. She claims the outlet excluded sources, screenshots, and details about her personal history with liberal politics, which she provided during their reporting process.
- Graham Platner accuser Lyndsey Fifield slams NY Times for watering down bombshell story as ‘gift’ to Democrat’s campaign
Lyndsey Fifield, who accused Graham Platner of physical abuse in a New York Times story, criticized the publication for downplaying the account, calling it a 'gift' to his campaign. She claimed Times journalists 'methodically delayed and twisted' the story.
- Graham Platner denies an ex-girlfriend’s report that he once twisted her arm, held her in a room
Graham Platner, a U.S. Senate candidate, denies allegations from an ex-girlfriend that he twisted her arm and held her in a room during their relationship over a decade ago. Another woman reported Platner arrived drunk at her home after being asked not to visit. Platner acknowledged past struggles with undiagnosed PTSD and alcohol use but denied being violent, calling the accusations 'politically motivated.'
- Graham Platner denies an ex-girlfriend's report that he once twisted her arm, held her in a room
An ex-girlfriend alleges that Graham Platner, a U.S. Senate candidate, physically restrained her during their past relationship, including twisting her arm and holding her in a room. Platner denies the allegations, attributing them to politically motivated claims, and acknowledges past struggles with PTSD and alcohol use. Another woman also reported unsettling behavior from Platner.
- AOC dodges questions on abuse allegations, Nazi tattoo claims rocking Platner's campaign
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has not commented on new allegations against Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, including claims of aggressive behavior and a Nazi-associated tattoo. Multiple women allege Platner engaged in explicit messaging while married, violent incidents, and expressed violent fantasies. Platner acknowledged past struggles with PTSD and alcohol use but disputes the tattoo's Nazi connotations.
- AOC dodges questions on abuse allegations, Nazi tattoo claims rocking Platner's campaign
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez delays commenting on allegations against Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, including claims of aggressive behavior, explicit texts to multiple women while married, and a Nazi-associated tattoo. Platner acknowledges past struggles with PTSD and alcohol, but faces criticism for resurfaced remarks and incidents involving violence and inappropriate conduct.
- Graham Platner denies damning new report alleging abuse as 'simply not true'
Graham Platner, a Maine Senate candidate, denied allegations in a New York Times report that detailed claims from ex-girlfriends about rape fantasies, heavy drinking, and violent episodes, including an alleged incident where he pulled an ex-girlfriend from a taxi and pushed her into a room. Platner called the allegations 'not true' and attributed them to political motivation, while acknowledging past struggles with alcohol and combat-related trauma.
- ‘He hated women’: Explosive abuse, new Nazi tattoo allegations from exes rock Platner's campaign
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner faces allegations from ex-girlfriends detailing abuse, rape fantasies, and violent behavior. New claims include a Nazi-linked tattoo, sexting with younger women, and remarks about a Taliban attack, with Platner attributing past actions to undiagnosed PTSD.
- ‘He hated women’: Explosive abuse, new Nazi tattoo allegations from exes rock Platner's campaign
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner faces allegations from ex-girlfriends, including rape fantasies, violent behavior, and a Nazi-linked tattoo. Platner acknowledges past struggles with PTSD and alcohol but denies further misconduct, calling criticisms politically motivated.