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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1804, A duel occurs in which the Vice President of the United States Aaron Burr mortally wounds former Secretary of the Treasury Alexander Hamilton. In 1806, James Smith, Irish-American lawyer and politician (born 1719) passed away. In 1897, Salomon August Andrée leaves Spitsbergen to attempt to reach the North Pole by balloon. In 1912, William F. Walsh, American captain and politician, 48th Mayor of Syracuse (died 2011) was born. In 1925, Nicolai Gedda, Swedish operatic tenor (died 2017) was born. In 1930, Mike Foster, American politician, 53rd Governor of Louisiana (died 2020) was born. In 1960, Congo Crisis: The State of Katanga breaks away from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In 1990, Oka Crisis: First Nations land dispute in Quebec begins. In 1993, Rebecca Bross, American gymnast was born. In 1996, Alessia Cara, Canadian singer-songwriter was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Maine Democrats Want Their Nominee Out. There’s Just One Problem.
The Maine Democratic Party is working “around the clock” to replace Graham Platner, but as the Democrat Senate nominee, he has leverage—and he’s using it. A civil war is brewing in Maine. As calls continue for Platner to step down, he has stayed silent and continues to deny multiple allegations of sexual assault. According to...
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Knewz
· Jul 10, 2026
Who will replace Graham Platner after he drops Maine Senate bid?
Following a stunning fall from grace that caused Democratic Senate hopeful Graham Platner to drop off the upcoming ballot, the state of Maine is scrambling for a replacement. Many would-be Senators hope to fill the vacant spot, but do any stand a chance of defeating the long-term Republican incumbent? Platner’s scandalous exit Hopes for Platner’s...
The Hill
· Jul 10, 2026
Democrats fear chances of winning Senate may be slipping away
Democrats’ chances of taking back control of the Senate have suffered with recent developments in Maine and Michigan, complicating their chances of winning the two critical battlegrounds. The implosion of Graham Platner’s campaign in Maine has left Democrats scrambling for an opponent to challenge GOP incumbent Sen. Susan Collins less than four months out from...
Off The Press
· Jun 29, 2026
Colorado Democrats seek to flip longtime GOP congressional seat
Democrats in Colorado’s 5th Congressional District are eyeing a chance at a longtime Republican stronghold in the state. Two Democrats – Jessica Killin and Joe Reagan – are vying to take on the district’s Republican incumbent, U.S. Rep. Jeff Crank, for the November general election. The candidates are debating the economy, government accountability and veterans’ rights. []...Click to read more
Democracy Now!
· Jul 8, 2026
As Calls Mount for Graham Platner to Drop Out of Senate Race, What Happens Next in Maine?
Maine’s Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner has yet to drop out of the race despite losing all major endorsements after a rape allegation by an ex-girlfriend, Jenny Racicot, who says Platner assaulted her in 2021. Platner has denied the claim. “There’s no way to force Platner off the ballot; he has to make the decision,” says Amy Fried, professor emerita of political science at the University of Maine. Platner would have to drop out of the race by Monday, “and then there’s two weeks for the Maine Democratic Party to pick someone else.” Fried discusses potential Democratic candidates to replace Platner and the legacy of Republican Maine Senator Susan Collins, against whom they would be running in November.
Talking Points Memo
· Jul 7, 2026
The Brief: Graham Platner’s Exit Would Set Up a Busy Few Weeks in Maine
Maine Senate Thunderdome Here We Come? Staring down the prospect of a candidate in a critical race having to be...
PBS NewsHour
· Jul 10, 2026
Graham Platner submits notice to formally withdraw from Maine Senate race
Maine is considered a key state for control of the narrowly divided Senate, and Democrats were desperate for a candidate capable of defeating Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
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Related coverage for "Maine Democrats Want Their Nominee Out. There’s Just One Problem.": Knewz — Who will replace Graham Platner after he drops Maine Senate bid?. The Hill — Democrats fear chances of winning Senate may be slipping away. Off The Press — Colorado Democrats seek to flip longtime GOP congressional seat. Democracy Now! — As Calls Mount for Graham Platner to Drop Out of Senate Race, What Happens Next in Maine?. Talking Points Memo — The Brief: Graham Platner’s Exit Would Set Up a Busy Few Weeks in Maine. PBS NewsHour — Graham Platner submits notice to formally withdraw from Maine Senate race