Totenkopf
Coverage of Totenkopf in the Nexus archive.
- Bill Maher urges Maine voters to elect Graham Platner, despite the candidate’s ‘scary’ issues
Bill Maher endorsed Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner despite controversies including a Nazi-themed tattoo, alleged disturbing behavior toward women, and past statements about using rape as a solution to home invasion. Platner faces criticism for resurfaced remarks on sexual abuse, race, and terror, as well as sexting while married.
- Platner campaign rocked with damning allegations from another ex-lover as Senate race heats up: report
A woman claimed to have dated Graham Platner in 2021, accusing him of lying about his Nazi-associated Totenkopf tattoo and infidelity. These allegations add to ongoing scandals surrounding Platner's Senate campaign in Maine.
- 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.
- ‘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.
- Former primary rival resurfaces to challenge scandal-plagued Graham Platner in Maine Senate race
Graham Platner, a democratic socialist facing multiple controversies, continues to lead in the Maine Senate primary despite challenges from his former primary rival, Gov. Janet Mills, who suspended her campaign but remains on the ballot. Mills has suggested Democrats could support her to unseat Sen. Susan Collins, while Platner's scandals—including a Nazi-linked tattoo and a contentious anti-private-equity campaign—have drawn criticism.
- Former primary rival resurfaces to challenge scandal-plagued Graham Platner in Maine Senate race
Graham Platner faces renewed challenges from former primary rival Janet Mills, who remains on the Maine Senate ballot despite suspending her campaign. Platner's controversies, including a Nazi-linked tattoo and a Reddit comment criticizing a wounded political figure, have drawn criticism, with Mills reactivating her campaign to highlight these issues and appeal to independent and Democratic voters.
- WATCH: Chuck Schumer sidesteps Platner scandals, confirms support for controversial Dem
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer avoided questions about controversies involving Democrat Graham Platner and reaffirmed his support for the Senate candidate. Platner faces criticism over a tattoo linked to Nazi imagery, inflammatory Reddit posts, and sexually explicit messages during his marriage.
- WATCH: Schiff ducks Platner questions as embattled Dem Senate hopeful hits DC
Sen. Adam Schiff avoided answering questions about his stance on Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, who faces multiple controversies including a Nazi symbol tattoo, Reddit posts, a sexting scandal, and a Kik account. Democrats like Sen. Angela Alsobrooks have not officially endorsed Platner, while Sen. Bernie Sanders defends him, attributing the scandals to opposition from billionaires.
- Condemning a Nazi Tattoo Shouldn’t Be This Hard
Graham Platner, a 41-year-old political candidate, faces criticism for having a Totenkopf tattoo linked to the Nazi SS, claiming ignorance of its significance. Despite evidence suggesting he knew its meaning, Democratic politicians continue to support him, sparking debate over tolerance of Nazi symbolism.
- Democrat congressman slams Graham Platner's Nazi-linked tattoo as 'disqualifying'
Rep. Jake Auchincloss, a Jewish Democrat, condemned Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner's Nazi-linked tattoo as 'disqualifying,' breaking with his party over the controversy. Platner, a former military veteran, has faced backlash for the tattoo resembling a Nazi 'totenkopf' symbol and past offensive Reddit posts, though most Democrats remain silent to avoid alienating voters in a key Senate race against GOP Sen. Susan Collins.
- Dave Portnoy scorches Platner operative with punishing takedown after odd request
Dave Portnoy criticized political strategist Jeff Coote and Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner after being approached for a collaboration on an ad targeting private equity in sports. Platner's ad, which criticized Fenway Sports Group owner John Henry II, was pulled by New England SportsNet due to intellectual property concerns, and Platner faces backlash over his Nazi-themed tattoo.
- Dave Portnoy scorches Platner operative with punishing takedown after odd request
Dave Portnoy, CEO of Barstool Sports, harshly criticized political strategist Jeff Coote for connecting him with Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner over a private equity-themed ad targeting Red Sox owner John Henry. Portnoy mocked Platner's Nazi-associated tattoo and rejected collaboration, while Platner's ad was pulled by Fenway-owned NESN for intellectual property violations.
- Graham Platner unveils plan to 'shut this White House down,' stop Trump admin from functioning
Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner announced a strategy to 'shut down' the Trump administration through aggressive committee investigations and subpoenas, emphasizing a 'theory of power' to counter policies like funding for wars and ICE. His campaign faces controversies, including a tattoo resembling a Nazi SS symbol.