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Bernie Sanders FINALLY Addresses Platner Rape Claim

The Daily Wire

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July 7, 2026

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Bernie Sanders FINALLY Addresses Platner Rape Claim

Socialist Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) on Tuesday finally pulled his support for embattled Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner after a woman accused the leftist oyster farmer of rape. “I have spoken with Graham Platner about the best path forward for Maine. In light of these very serious allegations, I have recommended that he step ...

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Off The Press

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· Jun 26, 2026

GOP Sen. Banks introduces bill to ban sexualization of children at school

Exclusive: GOP Sen. Jim Banks Introduces Bill to Ban Sexualization of Children at School U.S. Congressman Jim Banks speaking with attendees at the Republican Jewish Coalition039Gage Skidmore via Flickr Katherine Hamilton26 Jun 20269 4:04 Sen. Jim Banks (R-IN) introduced a bill on Wednesday evening that would ban the sexualization of students at K-12 schools. The []...Click to read more

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· Jul 7, 2026

This Democrat Just Called Rape Allegations Against Graham Platner 'Shiny New Thing to Scare People'

This Democrat Just Called Rape Allegations Against Graham Platner 'Shiny New Thing to Scare People'

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· Jun 28, 2026

Massie lashes out when pressed on ex-girlfriend's allegations of affair with GOP firebrand

Rep. Thomas Massie denied allegations from purported ex-girlfriend Cynthia West, then turned his phone on a reporter, asking about gay porn.

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· Jun 29, 2026

Chris Murphy's Response When Asked About Socialist Dem Who Called Biden a Rapist Is DAMNING for Democrats

Chris Murphy's Response When Asked About Socialist Dem Who Called Biden a Rapist Is DAMNING for Democrats

Washington Examiner

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· Jul 6, 2026

Platner to ‘reflect’ on campaign’s ‘best path forward’ after being hit with sexual assault allegations

Democratic Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner on Monday responded to a bombshell report in which a woman accused him of sexual assault, calling the allegations false but saying he will be taking time to “reflect” on his campaign’s “best path forward.” The video comes after a woman who previously dated Platner came forward with allegations []

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· Jul 7, 2026

ANALYSIS: Graham Platner's Alleged Rape Not a 'Classic #MeToo' Case, According to NYT Reporter Jodi Kantor

In June, the New York Times reported that Graham Platner, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Maine, fantasized about raping a home intruder in order to prove he was dominant.The post ANALYSIS: Graham Platner's Alleged Rape Not a 'Classic MeToo' Case, According to NYT Reporter Jodi Kantor appeared first on .

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Related coverage for "Bernie Sanders FINALLY Addresses Platner Rape Claim": Off The Press — GOP Sen. Banks introduces bill to ban sexualization of children at school. Townhall — This Democrat Just Called Rape Allegations Against Graham Platner 'Shiny New Thing to Scare People'. Fox News — Massie lashes out when pressed on ex-girlfriend's allegations of affair with GOP firebrand. Twitchy — Chris Murphy's Response When Asked About Socialist Dem Who Called Biden a Rapist Is DAMNING for Democrats. Washington Examiner — Platner to ‘reflect’ on campaign’s ‘best path forward’ after being hit with sexual assault allegations. Conservative Review — ANALYSIS: Graham Platner's Alleged Rape Not a 'Classic #MeToo' Case, According to NYT Reporter Jodi Kantor