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Schumer mum on details after meeting with Graham Platner

Platner met with Senate Democrats as reports about his conduct and his past social media activity drew scrutiny.

Schumer mum on details after meeting with Graham Platner
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Chuck Schumer declined to discuss details of his meeting with Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, repeating that Democrats would beat Susan Collins. The meeting comes amid scrutiny of Platner and uncertainty among some Democrats about his candidacy.

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Maine Senate candidate who met with Senate Democrats amid scrutiny of his campaign

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Chuck Schumer
D · NY · SEN

Senate Minority Leader responding to questions after meeting with Graham Platner

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Susan M. Collins
R · ME · SEN

Maine senator and likely general-election opponent

John Fetterman
D · PA · SEN

Senator who criticized Platner and compared his controversy to Eric Swalwell’s

Eric Swalwell
Former U.S. Representative (D-CA)

Former California representative referenced in Fetterman’s comparison

Cory A. Booker
D · NJ · SEN

Senator who expressed concerns about Platner

Maine Senate candidate who suspended her campaign

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Graham Platner Faces Scrutiny Over Past Conduct and Messages

Outlets report that Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner is facing scrutiny over a Nazi-associated tattoo, past online posts, reported sexual messages and other conduct. He has denied some allegations, while Democratic figures have continued to support him. Left-leaning outlets pair reporting on allegations and Platner’s response with a warning that internal attacks could help Republicans. Center outlets focus on the allegations, responses and divisions among Democrats, including criticism alongside continued support. Right-leaning outlets foreground damaging claims and frame continued Democratic backing as a political risk or a test of party standards.

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