Graham Platner suspends Senate campaign - CNN AC360

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Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner said in a video statement Wednesday he was suspending his campaign, clearing the way for Democrats to select a new candidate to take on Republican Sen. Susan Collins in one of the most important contests of November’s midterm elections.

Platner’s decision comes after a woman told CNN and Politico he raped her while he was heavily intoxicated nearly five years ago when they were in a casual dating relationship – an allegation Platner denies. - Aired on 07/08/2026.


0:00 Platner announces suspension of campaign
3:32 Platner says those in power are limiting his ability to campaign
7:23 Platner says this is not an admission of guilt