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Democrats Back Scandal-Riddled Platton, Leads Collins 7.8 Points

6/4/2026

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Senate Democrats met privately with Maine Senate hopeful Graham Platton in Washington, D.C., despite his sexting scandal.
His wife Amy Gertner said they entered marriage counseling after the allegations.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer reaffirmed his endorsement of Graham Platton, pledging to defeat Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
RealClearPolitics polls show Graham Platton leading Republican Sen. Susan Collins by 7.8 points, while super PACs have spent nearly $100 million on ads against him.

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Senate Democrats met privately with Maine Senate hopeful Graham Platton in Washington, D.C., despite his sexting scandal.
His wife Amy Gertner said they entered marriage counseling after the allegations.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer reaffirmed his endorsement of Graham Platton, pledging to defeat Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
RealClearPolitics polls show Graham Platton leading Republican Sen. Susan Collins by 7.8 points, while super PACs have spent nearly $100 million on ads against him.