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John Reacts To NEW Allegations Against Graham Platner In Maine Senate Race
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10:53Now PlayingMaine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner is losing support of top backers after new allegations of sexual assault come to light. John Iadarola breaks it down on The Damage Report. Leave a comment with your thoughts below!
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Sen. Bernie Sanders says Graham Platner should drop out of the race after sexual assault allegation
"PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Sen. Bernie Sanders on Tuesday became the latest and most notable lawmaker to pull support for Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Graham Platner following an allegation of sexual assault, adding to a chorus of calls for him to step aside as party leaders scramble to determine the next steps.
Sanders, a Vermont independent who caucuses with Democrats, has long backed Platner in the high-stakes race against Republican Sen. Susan Collins, but he said in a statement that he spoke with the candidate and "in light of these very serious allegations, I have recommended that he step aside.""
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