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Maine Senate Shake-Up: Calls are mounting for Democratic nominee Graham Platner to drop out after new sexual-assault allegations, with the Maine Democratic Party accusing his team of trying to influence how a replacement is chosen and saying it has no role in picking the next nominee. Replacement Deadline Pressure: If Platner exits by July 13, Democrats can replace him on the ballot; party leaders say they won’t make the replacement process public until he officially steps down, even as supporters and contenders scramble. New Allegation Adds Fuel: A former girlfriend alleges Platner removed condoms without consent and described alleged violence, while Platner denies the claims and says he’s “reflecting on the best path forward.” National Stakes: The turmoil is tied to Democrats’ hopes to flip the Senate seat held by Susan Collins. Local Tragedy: The death toll from the May Robbins Lumber explosion in Searsmont rose to three after co-owner Alden J. Robbins died from injuries. Other Maine Notes: Sen. Angus King urged the Coast Guard to base a new Arctic Security Cutter in Maine, and Maine weather forecasts warn of patchy fog and a hot, stormy stretch.

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Maine Democratic Party Calls Out Graham Platner for Trying to Influence Senate Replacement Process

Maine Democratic Party Calls Out Graham Platner for Trying to Influence Senate Replacement Process

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Maine Monitor: MSAD 58 board of directors approves Kingfield withdrawal agreement

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Maine Healthy Soils Program Awards Nearly $1 Million to Help Farmers Build Resilience

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