Maine Politics: Graham Platner, the Democratic U.S. Senate nominee, denied new claims from an ex-girlfriend that he physically intimidated her, telling MS Now he has “not once” considered dropping out and that allegations of violence are “simply not true.” U.S. Senate/Immigration: In Washington, Senate Republicans cleared a first hurdle on an immigration enforcement bill after Democrats failed to permanently block Trump’s “anti-weaponization” fund, while Utah Sen. John Curtis broke with party to back dismantling the fund. Maine Public Safety: In Eddington, an infant was revived after suspected overdose exposure; deputies say Narcan was used and multiple agencies are investigating. Cold Case: Maine State Police arrested a New Hampshire man in the 1993 homicide of Kittery resident Maxine Bitomski, with extradition pending. Maine Infrastructure: Maine DOT says it has started cutting up to $400 million in road and bridge projects due to a state/federal funding gap. Environment: Polly Hill Arboretum is testing ways to stop southern pine beetles before they arrive, including “verbenone” patches meant to repel the insects.