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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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Key points Further details about the situation and the candidates who may fill the seat are available from the source, KPRC 2 / Click2Houston. A US Senate seat in Maine is now without a Democratic candidate.
A US Senate seat in Maine is now without a Democratic candidate. This change comes after an allegation was made, which the former candidate denies. The party must choose a replacement by a certain date.
The new candidate will face a Republican senator in the general election, which is less than four months away. Some individuals have already expressed interest in the seat.
Further details about the situation and the candidates who may fill the seat are available from the source, KPRC 2 / Click2Houston.
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Category: local Published: July 9, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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