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

High-profile Democrats are urging Graham Platner, the party's nominee against Republican U.S. Sen. Susan Collins in Maine, to step down as the race could be pivotal for the Democrats' bid to regain Senate control. The call intensified after a Politico report revealed damaging allegations from Platner's past, including accusations from an ex-girlfriend. This situation underscores the delicate balance national Dems face in managing local races while maintaining their broader goal of Senate majority, highlighting the intense scrutiny and pressure involved in such high-stakes elections.