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The fallout from Graham Platner's exit and what's next: Join Friday's Whole Hog

The Maine Senate race was thrown into turmoil after Graham Platner suspended his campaign as the Democratic nominee after facing sexual assault allegations. The discussion will break down the political fallout, what his exit means for the race, and who stands to benefit. Plus, where the Michigan Democratic Senate primary stands after this week's debate,...

Some Thoughts on a Possible Big Primary Upset(s) in Colorado

We’ve got more primaries coming up tomorrow night, specifically in the state of Colorado. I must confess that it was...

Shouting match erupts between Lawler and Raskin at immigration hearing

A House hearing on immigration policy devolved into a chaotic shouting match Tuesday, illustrating the tension over an issue that has defined the Trump era. Republican Rep. Mike Lawler and Democrat Jamie Raskin erupted at each other during a House Judiciary subcommittee hearing on the “sanctuary” policies in some jurisdictions that limit cooperation between local []...Click to read more

Sen. Collins in Worse Trouble After Platner Exit?

The conventional media wisdom is that Maine GOP Senator Susan Collins is sitting back and laughing this week, and well she might be. The collapse of Graham Platner's campaign is an implosion for the ages, and it puts the state's Democrats in a tricky situation they need to navigate skillfully in these next two weeks.

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Live election results: Get the latest on Colorado's U.S. Senate, U.S. House and gubernatorial primary races.

As the dam breaks on Graham Platner’s Senate candidacy, what happens next in Maine?

We’ll learn soon enough whether the candidate reads the writing on the wall, but in the meantime, there are two overarching questions to keep in mind. The post As the dam breaks on Graham Platner’s Senate candidacy, what happens next in Maine? appeared first on MS NOW.

Races to watch in Colorado’s 2026 primary elections

Colorado voters will hit the polls on Tuesday to make their voices heard in the state’s 2026 primary elections. There are several statewide and federal races that pundits have their eye on in the Centennial State, from primaries in toss-up House districts to the race to replace term-limited Gov. Jared Polis (D-CO). Colorado has not []

Graham Platner, avowed Israel critic, drops out of Maine Senate race after sexual assault allegation

The exit upends one of Democrats' most closely watched Senate races, as the party now rapidly moves to select a replacement to face Susan Collins

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What happens next in Maine and the battle for Senate control

After a twisty-turny month in Maine politics, the uncertain fate of the Senate race — and perhaps the Senate itself — may be written in the weeks to come.

Endorsement Exodus: Maine Senate Nominee Graham Platner Urged to Quit Race After Assault Bombshell

Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner is facing a massive wave of high-profile defections and calls to exit the race following a report accusing him of a 2021 sexual assault, throwing the high-stakes campaign into immediate jeopardy. Platner issued a direct, categorical denial of the allegations on Monday, but the pushback from inside his own [] Endorsement Exodus: Maine Senate Nominee Graham Platner Urged to Quit Race After Assault Bombshell

Next steps after Graham Platner formally withdraws from Maine Senate race

Graham Platner has submitted paperwork to formally withdraw from the Maine Senate race, kicking off Democrats’ quest for a nominee they hope can defeat Republican Sen. Susan Collins. Maine is considered a key state for control of the narrowly divided Senate. #GrahamPlatner #SusanCollins #Platner #MaineSenate #MESen #MEpolitics

How Maine's Democratic meltdown could shape the Senate midterms

Collapse of Democrats' Maine Senate campaign highlights divisions within the party.

What Happens to Lindsey Graham’s Senate Seat—and Could Mitch McConnell Be Replaced?

The death of Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham has [] The post What Happens to Lindsey Graham’s Senate Seat—and Could Mitch McConnell Be Replaced? appeared first on The Media Line.

Dem Senator’s Governor Bid Collapses In Embarrassing Defeat

A longtime Democrat senator’s bid to become governor of Colorado ended on Tuesday in another embarrassing defeat for the Democratic establishment. Colorado Attorney General Philip Weiser upset Senator Michael Bennet to earn the Democratic nomination to replace outgoing Governor Jared Polis. With about 90 of the vote in by Wednesday morning, Weiser had 56 to ...

Voters forced to set aside their disgust and vote party loyalty over principle in Maine and Texas races

The problems for Democrats and Republicans in Maine and Texas mirror each other, but one party could still end up being worse off, writes John Bowden

Opinion: Graham Platner is not representative of America

Of all the reasons that Maine residents were given to vote for Graham Platner in his race for the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate — and many of them boiled down to beating Donald Trump and Republicans — the most disturbing one came from Bill Maher. After telling his HBO audience ahead of the primary that we need to restore balance in our government, and a Democratic Senate would help a lot with that, the talk-show host explained that, actually, we are all Graham Platner...

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...

Ex-GOP operative predicts stunning November defeat for ‘deeply flawed’ MAGA senator

A MAGA senator faces a competitive midterm race, according to a former GOP operative who expects him to lose. In a recent episode of The Warning podcast, Steve Schmidt predicted that Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) will lose his seat to Annie Andrews, who was Schmidt’s guest on the show. “You’re gonna win this race,” Schmidt []

Platner may be finished, but voters' hunger for change and willingness to take risks will remain

Graham Platner's bid for Maine Senate may be all but over, but it's likely other candidates will find themselves on a similar path in the future.

130 ‘Election Deniers’ Are Running For Office To Control How the South Votes For Now On

From Georgia to Texas, Republican candidates who have questioned election results in 2020, promoted fraud claims or pushed for stricter voting rules are running for office.

Top Graham Platner Strategist Draws Laughter After Response to ‘Unflattering’ Question

Morris Katz was in the hot seat Sunday as he fielded questions regarding Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner. Katz, a top strategist for Platner, was on “The Weekend: Primetime” Sunday night as he faced

Who Benefits From Mallory McMorrow’s Exit in the Michigan Senate Race?

Who Benefits From Mallory McMorrow’s Exit in the Michigan Senate Race? jay Thu, 07/09/2026 - 23:33

Political balance in US increasingly ‘delicate’ as Democrats eye vulnerable seats

Heritage Senior Advisor and Research Fellow Allen Mendenhall discusses America's deepening political divisions, arguing the country has become increasingly polarised. “I do think his popularity remains strong within his own base, and so politics is all about amassing majorities, and he’s been pretty good at doing that,” Mr Mendenhall told Sky News host Danica De Giorgio. “The balance of power is delicate for Republicans … the Democrats just could gain four seats to win the Senate, and there are some vulnerable seats.”

A Graham moment of greatness

Senator Lindsey Graham’s passing on Saturday evening represents a great loss to our public life. Senator Graham had a special moment of greatness in the 2018 Judiciary Committee hearing on the nomination of then Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court. Senator Graham not only rose to Kavanaugh’s defense, he called out his Democrat colleagues on the committee for the disgusting charade they had performed in the attempted assassination of

10 takeaways from a raucous, accusation-filled Michigan GOP gubernatorial debate

SOUTHFIELD, Mich. — Accusations of outsourcing, lying, losing, desperation and what one candidate described as magic numbers flew Wednesday night at a debate featuring the three men who hope to be the Republican nominee for governor this fall....

Ratio Alert! The Atlantic Bemoans Graham Platner Making Things Harder for Dems (Cue Norm Macdonald Memes)

Ratio Alert! The Atlantic Bemoans Graham Platner Making Things Harder for Dems (Cue Norm Macdonald Memes)

Graham Platner Faces Maine Ballot Deadline as Democrats Weigh Senate Replacement

Graham Platner’s political crisis has become a race against Maine’s ballot deadline.

Succession fight is already underway as calls mount for Platner to drop out of Maine Senate race

The pressure for Platner to withdraw from the Senate race has only increased given the short deadlines Maine law allows for replacing general election candidates. The post Succession fight is already underway as calls mount for Platner to drop out of Maine Senate race appeared first on Boston.com.

Graham Platner says he plans to withdraw from Maine Senate race after sexual assault claim

Graham Platner said on Wednesday, July 8, that he plans to withdraw from the U.S. Senate race in Maine after facing an allegation of sexual assault, shuttering an insurgent campaign that had withstood months of controversy only to implode and imperil Democrats’ attempt to regain power in Washington. Details: https://ktla.com/news/politics/ap-politics/ap-democrat-graham-platner-says-he-plans-to-withdraw-from-maine-senate-race-after-sexual-assault-claim/ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ktla?sub_confirmation=1