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Who will replace Platner on the Maine ballot? These Democrats are raising their hands
Summary by The Pearland Editorial Desk Patrick Whittle And Kimberlee Kruesi, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 9, 2026
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Democrats in Maine began jockeying Thursday to become the new candidate for a pivotal U.S. Senate seat after progressive nominee Graham Platner announced he will withdraw from the race after a sexual assault allegation.Democrats need to pick a candidate to replace Platner on the ballot by July 27...
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What is this story about? Democrats in Maine began jockeying Thursday to become the new candidate for a pivotal U.S. Senate seat after progressive nominee Graham Platner announced he will withdraw from the race after a sexual assault allegation.Democrats need to pick a candidate to replace Platner on the ballot by July 27...
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