Graham Platner drops out of Maine Senate race in light of rape accusations

Graham Platner has suspended his Maine Senate campaign to unseat GOP Senator Susan Collins following a rape allegation from an ex-girlfriend. The bid collapsed after top Democrats withdrew support due to the accusation and other scandals, including controversial Reddit posts and a tattoo. This development significantly impacts the 2026 battle for control of the upper chamber, as the scandal-plagued candidate ended his run after the bombshell allegation surfaced regarding an incident from five years ago.