Tuesday 7 July 2026

Leading US Democrats withdraw support for Platner after assault allegations

Monday's accusations are the latest in a long string of controversies surrounding the Maine Democratic Senate candidate.

By Sydney Daily News

7 July 2026, 9:10 am· Updated 7 July 2026, 10:00 am· 1 min read

Leading US Democrats withdraw support for Platner after assault allegations — Credit: Al Jazeera

Monday's accusations are the latest in a long string of controversies surrounding the Maine Democratic Senate candidate.

Source: Al Jazeera

Source: Al Jazeera

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