rape accusation
Coverage of rape accusation in the Nexus archive.
- ‘White men get to fail’: Graham Platner collapse illuminates toxic double standard in US politics
Graham Platner, a military veteran turned oyster farmer, faced political collapse after controversies including racist, sexist, and homophobic online posts, a Nazi symbol tattoo, and allegations of misconduct. His support declined following accusations of rape, which he denied, despite earlier momentum fueled by perceived authenticity among Democrats.
- Mamdani breaks silence on 'perverted' ally who helped sell Platner before scandal-plagued collapse
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced he will continue working with Morris Katz, a political consultant involved in Graham Platner’s Senate campaign. Platner withdrew after a rape accusation and other controversies, with critics accusing Katz of inadequate vetting. Democratic groups have called for Katz to be blacklisted, while Katz claims he advised Platner to suspend his campaign after the allegations emerged.
- Mamdani breaks silence on 'perverted' ally who helped sell Platner before scandal-plagued collapse
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced he will continue working with Morris Katz, a political consultant linked to Graham Platner's failed Senate campaign. Platner withdrew after a rape accusation and other controversies, including a rushed and underfunded vetting process. The Democratic Socialists of America urged allies to avoid working with Katz, citing his role in promoting Platner.
- Platner’s collapse doesn’t mean we should reject outsiders in politics | Bhaskar Sunkara
Graham Platner withdrew from the Maine Senate race due to controversies including a rape accusation he denies. The article argues that Platner's exit should not discourage outsiders from entering politics, emphasizing the need for more amateurs in political office.
- Why was the pundit class so quick to defend Graham Platner?
Graham Platner, accused of rape by former partner Jenny Racicot, suspended his campaign for U.S. Senate. Politico reported details of the alleged 2021 incident, including Racicot's communications with a therapist and a boyfriend, while Platner denied the accusations.
- MS NOW’s Joe Scarborough calls GOPers ‘hypocritical’ as Graham Platner scandal explodes: ‘Just shut up’
Graham Platner dropped out of the Maine Senate race after his ex-girlfriend accused him of rape, though he denied the claims. Joe Scarborough from MS NOW criticized GOPers as 'hypocritical' amid the scandal.
- Anti-Israel Democrat in Maine ends US Senate campaign after rape accusation
Graham Platner, an anti-Israel candidate in Maine, ends his US Senate campaign following a rape accusation. He denies guilt and had previously concealed a Nazi tattoo while campaigning with anti-AIPAC rhetoric.
- Platner Suspends Senate Bid in Maine After Rape Accusation
Platner has suspended his Senate bid in Maine following a rape accusation. The withdrawal introduces uncertainty into a Senate race both parties consider critical. A woman accused him of rape, prompting his decision.
- Accused rapist Graham Planter’s 11-minute video blaming everyone but himself for campaign collapse ripped apart online
Graham Platner, accused of rape, released an 11-minute video blaming others for his campaign's failure. Social media users criticized him for portraying himself as the victim.
- Democrats Begin to Clash Over Who Replaces Platner Even Before He Exits
Democratic allies of Graham Platner are urging him to end his Senate campaign following a rape accusation reported against him. The calls for him to step aside come as Democrats begin to debate who will replace him.
- Mob attacks police outpost in Shahjahanpur, claims rape accused is ‘innocent’; three held
A mob attacked a police outpost in Shahjahanpur to protest the arrest of Guddu Sharma, who is accused of raping a child. The attackers claimed Sharma is innocent.
- Farmer, 20, spent THREE years on bail falsely accused of rape over drunk sex video - before case was dropped when judge saw clip and said woman 'clearly consented'
A 20-year-old farmer spent three years on bail after being falsely accused of rape based on a drunk sex video. The case was dropped when a judge reviewed the video and concluded the woman 'clearly consented'.
- Sir Jeffrey Donaldson's rape accuser said she didn't report former DUP leader to police years earlier because she had 'tried not to be a victim'
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson's rape accuser stated she did not report the former DUP leader to police years earlier because she aimed to avoid being labeled a victim. The accusation involves a serious allegation against a political figure.
- Republican Senate hopeful slammed after his campaign account mocked Matt Lauer's rape accuser with 'sloppy seconds' jab
A Republican Senate candidate faced criticism after his campaign account mocked a rape accuser of Matt Lauer with a 'sloppy seconds' comment, drawing backlash for the offensive remark.
- Shameless Gavin Newsom pleads with supporters to each send him $35 after disgraced Rep. Eric Swalwell was accused of rape
Gavin Newsom asked supporters to send $35 each following accusations of rape against Rep. Eric Swalwell. The request drew criticism, with 'Shameless' used in the article's title to describe Newsom's plea.