How Democrats Could Pick a New Maine Senate Nominee to Replace Graham Platner The sudden collapse of Graham Platner's Senate campaign has set off a chain reaction in Maine politics, leaving Democrats scrambling to replace him on the ballot.
Party leaders are under pressure to choose a new nominee who can unite the party and take on Republican Senator Susan Collins.
Platner's insurgent campaign was built around his progressive credentials, but it all came crashing down when allegations of sexual assault surfaced.