These 12 Democrats could replace Graham Platner

Who could replace Lindsey Graham in South Carolina?

ALBAWABA - As vultures circling carrion, Republicans in South Carolina are eyeing late U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham's seat; which of them will succeed the late Republican?It is worth noting that Lindsey Graham, the American senator and close ally of President Donald Trump, passed away on June 11, according to a statement released by his office on Sunday...

Democrats Have Alienated Normal Men. Now They’re Stuck With Graham Platners

So long as the Democrat Party continues hating normal men, pushing them away with their gruesome policy positions, there will only be more Graham Platners.

Rep. Comer Blasts Senate GOP Over Stalled SAVE America Act

House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman James Comer, R-Ky., on Sunday sharply criticized Senate Republicans for failing to advance the SAVE America Act, intensifying pressure on GOP lawmakers as President Donald Trump’s election integrity legislation remains stalled in the Senate. During an appearance on Fox News’ “The Big Weekend Show,” Comer questioned why Republican []...Click to read more

Hakeem Jeffries calls for Hegseth’s resignation over Iran war ‘epic failure’

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries blasted the Trump administration's Iran strategy and called for Pete Hegseth to resign. Jeffries accused President Trump and Republicans of dragging the US into a costly conflict he described as a war of choice. His remarks came after the Senate approved a war powers resolution urging the administration to end military action against Iran. The New York Democrat praised Senate Democrats for backing the measure and called the operation a failure for US interests. "We shouldn't spend another dime of taxpayer dollars on Operation Epic Failure," Jeffries told reporters on Tuesday.

Battle for Senate Is Looking Awfully Close

Republicans are ahead or close in the states that are crucial for Democrats to win the Senate in November's elections.

MAGA Congressman Rages Against “Weak” GOP Senators: “You Don’t Need to Be a Senator”

U.S. Representative James Comer (R-KY) is one of several MAGA-aligned members of Congress who are trying to advance President Trump’s SAVE America Act, which many elected GOP members — including Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) — say doesn’t have enough votes. As seen below, Comer told Fox News: “Unless John Thune is talking to []

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)

From arms embargo to AIPAC money: Platner's possible replacements and their stance on Israel

The candidates vying to replace Graham Platner in the Maine Senate race range from a gubernatorial hopeful who accuses Israel of genocide to a brewery owner who defends its right to self-defense

Nancy Mace Might Run for Graham’s Seat; Trump, Netanyahu Mourn

A likely candidate to replace GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died last night, is S.C. Representative Nancy Mace. ... The post Nancy Mace Might Run for Graham’s Seat; Trump, Netanyahu Mourn appeared first on The New American.

Who Could Replace Graham Platner In Maine’s Senate Race?

'I’m the best person to replace him'

Even Older Republican, 78, Eyes Graham’s Open Seat

PicMonkey/ ReutersLindsey Graham’s shock death on Saturday night has raised questions over who will take over his Senate seat.The influential South Carolina Republican and one of President Donald Trump’s closest allies died “from a brief and sudden illness,” leaving Gov. Henry McMaster, 79, in charge of naming an interim replacement.Rep. Joe Wilson, 78, South Carolina’s longest-serving Republican congressman, is reportedly eyeing the interim Senate seat, according to Punchbowl News—meaning Graham’s potential successor could be seven years older than the late senator.Read more at The Daily Beast.

These four GOP senators voted for Democrats' Iran war powers resolution 

Four Republican senators broke ranks to join nearly all Democrats in supporting a war powers resolution calling on the Trump administration to withdraw U.S. troops from the war with Iran. GOP Sens. Susan Collins (Maine), Lisa Murkowski (Alaska), Rand Paul (Ky.) and Bill Cassidy (La.) all supported the measure in a Senate floor vote on...

Trump in trouble? How Graham's death, McConnell's illness could affect US Senate after midterms

With Graham dead, McConnell still in the hospital, and midterms approaching, it looks like the Republicans' supermajority in Congress could shift.

Lindsey Graham and the rot of modern conservatism

From Gingrich to Trump, Graham was a fixture as the GOP became increasingly malignant.

Heartbreak for Hakeem Jeffries: Another 'Democratic' Socialist Topples an Incumbent—This Time in Colorado

Heartbreak for Hakeem Jeffries: Another 'Democratic' Socialist Topples an Incumbent—This Time in Colorado

After GOP Members Rebel, House Stalls Trump Agenda and Heads For Early Holiday Recess

Speaker Mike Johnson (R, La.), flanked by Rep. Lisa McClain (R, Mich.), left, and Rep. Beth Van Duyne, (R, Texas), talks to reporters after a Republican Conference meeting at the Capitol in Washington, on June 30, 2026. —J. Scott Applewhite—AP Photo House Republican leaders sent lawmakers home for a nearly two-week holiday recess Tuesday after []

Republicans BLOCK defense bill over SAVE Act (Plus: Matt Walsh SLAMS Amy Coney Barrett) | RISING

0:00 The working class does not like Democratic Socialists, Graham Platner: Robby Soave | RISING 13:17 Justice Barrett blasted for birthright citizenship decision; Trump calls on Congress to act | RISING 27:27 GOP infighting over SAVE America Act leaves critical legislation in limbo: Lindsey Granger | RISING 37:40 [] The post Republicans BLOCK defense bill over SAVE Act (Plus: Matt Walsh SLAMS Amy Coney Barrett) | RISING first appeared on Attack the System.

Rick Scott Wants GOP to Ram Democrats Politically for Opposing SAVE Act

In a letter to his colleagues, a leading GOP senator indicated Republicans should use Democrat opposition to the SAVE America as a political tool against them, telling Americans the opposition party likes “fraud.” “I hope everyone will be vocal as to what they think is the best path forward, but here is mine. Every day...

Factbox-Who could replace Maine US Senate candidate Graham Platner?

Factbox-Who could replace Maine US Senate candidate Graham Platner?

Who Could Replace Graham Platner?

How Democrats can salvage the Maine Senate race.

Republican criticisms of Trump’s Iran policy intensifies as White House pitch falls flat

As the midterm elections near, Republicans are divided against one another on a war and efforts to resolve the conflict. The post Republican criticisms of Trump’s Iran policy intensifies as White House pitch falls flat appeared first on MS NOW.

Maine Senate Poll Shows Graham Platner Ahead of Susan Collins in Toss-Up Race

A new New York Times/Portland Press Herald/Siena poll shows Democrat Graham Platner narrowly leading Republican Sen.

Lindsey Graham's sudden death adds to uncertainty in Senate races

Graham's death eats into Republicans' voting majority in the Senate, as does the absence of Sen. Mitch McConnell, who has been hospitalized for weeks.

I’m no longer a Republican, I am a proud independent (who votes a straight Republican Party line in every election)

I wonder how many people are going to fall for this one: Conservative pundit Tucker Carlson says he’s “out” of the Republican Party moving forward, arguing the GOP no longer reflects his views. Why it matters: The public split underscores growing fractures inside the broad MAGA coalition President Trump built, as his Iran war and handling of the economy continue to divide Republicans. What [] The post I’m no longer a Republican, I am a proud independent (who votes a straight Republican Party line in every election) appeared first on Lawyers, Guns Money.

Maine Democrats Must Replace Graham Platner Now

Steve Phillips The Senate seat can be saved, but the window to act is going to close in days, not weeks. The post Maine Democrats Must Replace Graham Platner Now appeared first on The Nation.

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...

Platner implosion could hurt his socialist supporters in 2028, boost AOC

Of the three progressives with close ties to the socialist wing of the Democratic Party who could be plausible presidential candidates in 2028, two of them were vocal supporters of embattled Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner before he was accused of sexual assault. Will that matter in the 2028 primaries? Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT), Rep. []

Sand announces 100 Iowa Republicans backing his governor bid

I don't know Zach Lahn from a hill of beans, said one of the more than 100 Republicans now backing the Democratic nominee. The post Sand announces 100 Iowa Republicans backing his governor bid appeared first on Iowa Starting Line.

Jeffries welcomes Democratic Socialists into the fold as critics warn party is revealing 'exactly who it is'

Hakeem Jeffries congratulated Democratic Socialists of America-backed nominees in New York, drawing criticism from the Republican Jewish Coalition.

A Wisconsin Democrat Staffer Wants to Kill Republicans, and Guess Which Democrat Candidate Follows Him

A Wisconsin Democrat Staffer Wants to Kill Republicans, and Guess Which Democrat Candidate Follows Him

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.