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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.

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.

Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner faces a sexual assault allegation from a former partner, leading to withdrawn endorsements and internal party turmoil. Platner denied the accusation but paused his campaign, while Democratic leaders urged him to withdraw to secure the critical Senate race against Republican Susan Collins.

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.

Graham Platner, a Maine Senate candidate, faced widespread Democratic support withdrawal after a rape allegation by Jenny Racicot. Prominent Democrats including Elizabeth Warren and Ro Khanna rescinded endorsements, urging Platner to end his campaign despite his denial of the accusations.

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.

Democrats and lawmakers are urging U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner to exit the race following new sexual assault allegations. Platner denied the claims but postponed campaign events, while the Maine Democratic Party and Senate Majority PAC shifted support away from his campaign.

Democrats Rep. Ro Khanna and Sen. Ruben Gallego have withdrawn their endorsements of Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner following a sexual assault allegation. Platner denies the accusation. Political strategists Ameshia Cross and Marc Short provided analysis.

Ro Khanna has called for Graham Platner to withdraw from the Maine Senate race. Platner, who won the Democratic primary in Maine, faces new allegations of troubling behavior.

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.

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.

Graham Platner is facing increasing pressure to withdraw from the race. Representative Ro Khanna, a California Democrat, has rescinded his endorsement of Platner.

Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner faces a sexual assault allegation from a former partner, leading to withdrawn endorsements from key supporters. Platner denies the allegation but has paused his campaign to assess next steps, while Democratic leaders in Maine call for his withdrawal.

Democrats and progressives are calling for Maine candidate Graham Platner to end his Senate campaign after new sexual assault accusations. Rep. Ro Khanna stated that sexual assault is a red line.

Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) urged Graham Platner to end his Senate bid in Maine following a rape allegation against him. The call for Platner to withdraw comes after the accusation was made public.

Rep. Ro Khanna and Sen. Ruben Gallego rescinded their support for Graham Platner following allegations that he forced a former partner to have sex five years ago. Platner denied the allegations but stated he is reflecting on his candidacy. Khanna called for the Democratic nominee to drop out of the Maine Senate race.

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.

An Indian-American Democrat leader stated the U.S.-India relationship is at its lowest point in 30 years. During a visit to China, India’s Ambassador told Congressman Ro Khanna that a generation of trust was lost due to Trump’s policies.

Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna accused President Trump of violating a congressional measure on Iran by conducting renewed strikes, citing the War Powers Resolution. Khanna threatened legal action to compel Trump to halt the military operations unless authorized by Congress.

Rep. Ro Khanna dismissed Elon Musk's threats of legal action over criticism of USAID cuts, asserting he would not be intimidated. Musk accused Khanna of lying and suggested suing him, while Khanna cited a Lancet Group study linking the cuts to potential child deaths. The dispute centers on Musk's role in reducing USAID programs during the Trump administration.

Rep. Ro Khanna, a 2028 presidential hopeful, dismissed Elon Musk's threats of legal action after criticizing Musk's role in USAID budget cuts, which Khanna claims may have caused global child deaths. Musk responded by calling Khanna a liar and suggesting legal action, while Khanna expressed confidence in his legal standing.

Ro Khanna criticizes Gavin Newsom for supporting a national billionaire tax, calling it hypocrisy. The two California Democrats are in conflict, which may foreshadow the 2028 presidential race.

Multiple endorsements were announced for candidates in Michigan's political races, including U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens for Senate, Abdul El-Sayed for Senate, and state Sen. Mallory McMorrow for Senate. U.S. Rep. Ro Khanna will campaign with Will Lawrence in Michigan's 7th Congressional District on June 28.

Rep. Ro Khanna stated the progressive movement is on the ascendancy following recent left-wing victories. He praised New York Assemblywoman Claire Valdez, projected to win the Democratic nomination for New York’s 7th Congressional District.

Rep. Ro Khanna has challenged Elon Musk to a televised debate following an online conflict involving DOGE. Khanna is critical of the Department of Government Efficiency led by Musk.

Elon Musk threatened to sue Rep. Ro Khanna after Khanna accused Musk of causing deaths by dismantling USAID. Musk defended his DOGE initiative, claiming it prevents aid fraud, while Khanna cited an academic study linking USAID cuts to child deaths.

Comedian Bill Maher mocked the Obama Presidential Center during his HBO show, calling it 'something aliens built in Dubai' and highlighting its $850 million cost. The remarks were made on the Friday episode of HBO’s 'Real Time' with Rep. Ro Khanna and Politico journalist Jonathan Martin.

Reps. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Ro Khanna's endorsement strategies in midterms provide insight into their potential political coalitions, messaging, and strategy for 2028.

Bill Maher criticized Rep. Ro Khanna for portraying Mayor Zohran Mamdani as a unifier following his speech at the Knicks' championship parade. Maher accused Mamdani of associating with terrorists.

Ro Khanna argued that Elon Musk must be held accountable for 4.5 million children 'sentenced to death' due to DOGE cuts. He suggested the Democratic Party take action if they regain control of the House or Senate.

Rep. Ro Khanna accused Elon Musk of potentially causing the deaths of 4.5 million children worldwide through spending cuts tied to the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Khanna called for Musk to be investigated and subpoenaed, while also promoting a wealth tax proposal targeting billionaires. Host Jennifer Welch supported the criticism, linking Musk's actions to harm against the poorest populations.

California Rep. Ro Khanna believes the women who accused Maine Democrat Graham Platner of being physically rough with or mistreating them but continues to support him.

Ro Khanna endorses Elijah Manley in the CD 20 Democratic primary. Manley is one of four Democrats opposing Debbie Wasserman Schultz in the reconfigured district. Khanna highlights Manley's progressive stance and refusal of corporate money.

Rep. Ro Khanna, a California lawmaker, has received an endorsement from TrackAIPAC after previously being targeted by the group for his legislative record. The endorsement followed his signing of the PEACE pledge, which rejects AIPAC funding and opposes military aid to countries committing human rights violations. TrackAIPAC is expanding its influence by endorsing candidates and pushing for Palestinian rights in Congress.

Gov. Gavin Newsom is opposing a proposed one-time 5% tax on California residents with over $1 billion in assets, with a June 25 deadline to prevent it from appearing on the November ballot. The measure, backed by a healthcare workers union and some progressive groups, faces opposition from teachers unions and others who argue it would not provide sustainable funding, while supporters claim it would fund healthcare, education, and food programs.

Sen. Tammy Baldwin and Rep. Ro Khanna propose a new direct foreign investment review board to investigate President Donald Trump's deals. They raised concerns about Trump's courting of foreign investment.

A bipartisan group of lawmakers warns the Trump administration against easing trade penalties on foreign companies involved in dumping Chinese and Russian goods in the US. They question whether the Commerce Department has altered its policy of imposing maximum tariffs on non-cooperative companies and highlight concerns about weakened enforcement of trade laws impacting American workers and national security.