Maine's 2026 Senate race pits Republican Sen. Susan Collins against Democratic nominee Graham Platner, whose Nazi-era tattoo and bigoted posts are drawing increased scrutiny.
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Thu 13:00 - Washington Examiner
Janet Mills drops out of Maine Senate race, clearing way for Platner
Thu 13:00 - Fox News
Maine Gov Janet Mills drops out of Democratic race for Senate, signaling she struggled to raise enough money
Thu 22:34 - The Hill
Fetterman on Platner after Mills exits Maine Senate race: 'Republicans f‑‑‑ing love him'
Fri 02:42 - The Hill
Van Hollen defends Platner over controversial past: 'People should have second chances'
Fri 12:00 - The Hill
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Fri 15:43 - Fox News
Graham Platner unveils plan to 'shut this White House down,' stop Trump admin from functioning
Fri 18:32 - Fox News
Van Hollen backs embattled Dem with Nazi-linked tattoo, says ‘second chances’ matter
Sat 13:00 - Fox News
'New Democrat party': Senate GOP sounds off on 'extreme' Graham Platner as Senate race in Maine heats up
Sat 14:45 - Washington Examiner
Democrats support Graham Platner because there’s a ‘D’ next to his name: Joe Concha
Sun 03:08 - The Hill
Rep. Dingell says she's 'very upset' by Platner's past comments on sexual assault
Mon 02:33 - Middle East Eye
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Mon 10:30 - National Review
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