With control of US Senate in play, national Dems rush to dump Maine’s Platner

High-profile Democrats are urging Graham Platner to withdraw from the race against Republican U.S. Sen. Susan Collins in Maine, aiming to preserve the party’s bid to regain Senate control. This push follows a Politico report revealing damaging information about Platner, including allegations from an ex-girlfriend. The Democrats' urgency underscores the high stakes of this Senate seat for national party dynamics and their broader strategy to capture the majority. This situation highlights the intense scrutiny and pressure faced by candidates in pivotal races.