Could Platner Allegations Cost Democrats the Senate?? | Lichtman Live #244
July 8, 2026
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as posted by the channelNew allegations against Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner are sending shockwaves through one of the most important Senate races of 2026. A woman has publicly accused Platner of sexual assault, allegations he categorically denies, while his campaign argues the accusations are politically motivated.
In this episode of Lichtman Live, Professor Allan Lichtman examines the political implications of the controversy, how candidate scandals have shaped elections throughout American history, and whether Democrats risk handing one of their best pickup opportunities back to Senator Susan Collins.
Join us as we separate political analysis from partisan spin and discuss what these developments could mean for the battle for Senate control in 2026.
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