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Maine Senate Candidate Faces Backlash Over Nazi Tattoo

3/16/2026

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Graham Platner, a Maine Senate candidate, faces scrutiny over a Nazi-linked tattoo he apologized for.
Platner says Jewish leaders accepted his explanation that he got the tattoo in Croatia in 2007 while intoxicated, arguing it highlights his Marine service.
He has covered the tattoo with a Celtic knot design.
Platner is competing for the Democratic nomination against Governor Janet Mills to challenge incumbent Senator Susan Collins in November.

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Graham Platner, a Maine Senate candidate, faces scrutiny over a Nazi-linked tattoo he apologized for.
Platner says Jewish leaders accepted his explanation that he got the tattoo in Croatia in 2007 while intoxicated, arguing it highlights his Marine service.
He has covered the tattoo with a Celtic knot design.
Platner is competing for the Democratic nomination against Governor Janet Mills to challenge incumbent Senator Susan Collins in November.