Senate campaign
Coverage of Senate campaign in the Nexus archive.
- Platner says he will suspend his Senate campaign in Maine
Graham Platner announced he will suspend his Senate campaign in Maine following a 2021 sexual assault accusation. Platner denied the allegation as 'false' but confirmed ending campaign operations.
- Does a Sex Assault Claim Kill a Political Career? It Depends.
A woman accused Graham Platner of rape, leading his Democratic allies to call for him to end his Senate campaign.
- The Memo: Platner debacle inflames factional turmoil among Democrats
A credible rape allegation against Graham Platner is likely to end his Senate campaign, despite his denial. The situation is intensifying tensions within the Democratic Party.
- Abandoned by Allies, Platner Faces Pressure to End Senate Campaign
Graham Platner is facing pressure to end his Senate campaign after being abandoned by allies. Calls for him to drop out are increasing.
- Platner to ‘reflect’ on Senate campaign after sexual assault allegations
Platner, a populist candidate, is reflecting on his Senate campaign following sexual assault allegations. He denies the accusations as the deadline to replace him on the ballot approaches.
- Platner faces calls to step down after new accusations
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.
- Platner Senate campaign taking 'time to reflect' on path forward after sexual assault allegation
Platner and his Senate campaign denied sexual assault allegations made by Maine resident Jenny Racicot in a POLITICO article. The campaign is taking 'time to reflect' on its next steps following the accusations.
- Dr. Abdul El-Sayed on police funding, Israel, Gaza and his campaign for Senate
Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, along with State Sen. Mallory McMorrow and Rep. Haley Stevens, is competing for the Democratic Senate nomination in Michigan. El-Sayed discussed police funding, Israel, Gaza, and his campaign on 'The Takeout'.
- North Carolina man walking across the state in support of Roy Cooper
Eric Willoughby is walking from Murphy to Manteo, North Carolina, to raise awareness and funds for Roy Cooper’s Senate campaign and Anita Earls’ state Supreme Court campaign. He interacts with voters, stays in affordable hotels or a hammock, and expresses optimism about the election outcomes despite acknowledging challenges.
- Vance chief of staff Jacob Reses to depart role
Jacob Reses, Vice President Vance’s chief of staff who has been with him since his Senate campaign, will leave the role at the end of summer. Reses has served since Vance took office with President Trump in January 2025.
- In Maine, Supporters of Graham Platner Continue to Back His Senate Campaign, With ‘Trepidation’
Graham Platner's Senate campaign in Maine has attracted large, enthusiastic crowds of supporters. However, many Democrats in the state express anxiety about his candidacy.
- Women romantically linked to Platner describe ‘toxic,’ ‘unsettling’ conduct: New York Times
Several women romantically linked to Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner described their relationships as 'unsettling' and 'toxic' to The New York Times, contributing to a scandal affecting his campaign. The reports add to growing scrutiny of Platner's past.
- Graham Platner's wife campaign video statement responding to infidelity allegations widely panned by critics
Graham Platner's wife, Amy Gertner, released a campaign video defending him amid infidelity allegations, but critics and social media users widely condemned it as ineffective damage control. The Wall Street Journal reported that Platner exchanged explicit messages with multiple women after marrying Gertner, while critics argued his campaign used her to deflect attention from the allegations.
- Janet Mills ends Senate campaign in Maine, paving way for Graham Platner
Maine Gov. Janet Mills has ended her Senate campaign, securing Graham Platner's path to the Democratic nomination for the race against Sen. Susan Collins. Her withdrawal eliminates a primary challenge, ensuring Platner's candidacy.
- Maine Gov. Janet Mills suspends Senate campaign
Maine Governor Janet Mills has announced the suspension of her campaign for the U.S. Senate. The decision ends her bid for a Senate seat, which she had pursued following her re-election as governor.