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Platner Denies Allegations and Takes Time to Reflect

Updated 2026-07-06 20:10 UTC 2 sources Neutral

Maine Democratic Senate nominee Platner denied sexual assault allegations made by Jenny Racicot. His campaign is taking time to reflect on the path forward.

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Politico

Platner says he is ‘taking the time to reflect’ on his candidacy

The Maine Democratic Senate nominee posted the statement after POLITICO published allegations that he forced a woman to have sex with him, which he denies.

2026-07-06 19:56 UTC

CNBC

Platner Senate campaign taking 'time to reflect' on path forward after sexual assault allegation

Platner and his campaign denied the accusations made by 41-year-old Maine resident Jenny Racicot in a POLITICO article published Monday.

2026-07-06 20:02 UTC