AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMaine Senate Shake-Up: Graham Platner has formally withdrawn from Maine’s U.S. Senate race after sexual assault allegations, kicking off a fast scramble for Democrats to replace him and take on Sen. Susan Collins. Democratic Nominee Process: The Maine Democratic Party says it will hold county delegate nominating meetings July 18-19, with 601 delegates voting at a July 25 convention in Bangor to pick the new nominee. Candidate Field Takes Shape: Multiple contenders have stepped forward, including Troy Jackson, Nirav Shah, and Shenna Bellows, as the party races against a July 27 deadline to get the replacement on the ballot. Vetting Debate: The party’s rushed vetting and internal disputes are drawing national scrutiny, with outside voices arguing over how Democrats handled Platner’s rise and fall. Weekend in Maine: Thousands packed the Great State of Maine Air Show in Brunswick for opening day, while organizers warned drones created a safety risk. Community & Outdoors: Maine State Credit Union’s Feed ME 5K hit a record $90,306.84 for hunger relief, and the Rachel Carson Refuge is taking photos for its “Sense of Wonder” contest through July 31. Road & Weather: A fatal rollover was reported in Vassalboro, and traffic was disrupted by an eight-vehicle crash on I-295 in Falmouth; heat returns next week with highs in the 90s.
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