AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMaine Senate Shake-Up: Democrats across the country are pulling support from Maine nominee Graham Platner after a woman, Jenny Racicot, accused him of rape in 2021; Platner denies the allegation and says he’s “reflecting,” while top Democrats—including Sen. Elizabeth Warren and Sen. Jeanne Shaheen—have urged him to step aside, and NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani joined the calls. Replacement Deadline Looms: Maine law could allow a replacement if Platner withdraws by Monday, setting off urgent party planning for who could replace him on the ballot. Local Repercussions: Maine Democrats and national allies say they won’t keep funding a campaign they view as untenable, as Platner cancels events and the party scrambles. Statewide Legal Push: Maine Attorney General Raoul joined a coalition urging the U.S. Trade Representative to stop illegal Trump tariffs after court rulings. Community Notes: First National Bank donated $45,000 to 39 Maine food pantries and food access programs. Other Maine Items: A lightning-caused fire in New Sweden destroyed a $200,000 forestry machine; and a former Midtown Mall brewery/ramen spot won’t reopen after months without power.
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