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Maine Democrats scramble to find new Senate candidate
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July 9, 2026
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2:11Now PlayingWith Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner saying he will drop out of the race, Maine Democrats are now rushing to put in place a process to select a new candidate to take on Republican incumbent Susan Collins in November. NBC News’ Ryan Reynold reports at least half a dozen candidates are now vying for the opportunity.
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