Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner exits primary debates after Mills withdraws
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- Category: United States
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 14:09 UTC
- Sources: The Hill
After Governor Janet Mills suspended her Senate campaign, progressive candidate Graham Platner pulled out of all upcoming Democratic primary debates, citing the changed race dynamics. The move follows the reshuffling of the contest for the seat held by Republican Susan Collins.
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