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Democrats begin withdrawing endorsements of Graham Platner after Senate candidate is accused of sexual assault – as it happened

This live blog is now closed. Woman accuses Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner of sexual assault Cruz just thanked Donald Trump for “getting rid of that ridiculous red card” – apparently in reference to Folarin Balogun .

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The withdrawal of endorsements by Democrats from Graham Platner, a Senate candidate in Maine, is a significant development in the wake of accusations of sexual assault against him. This move suggests that Platner's party affiliation may be at risk due to the allegations, which could impact his chances of securing the Democratic nomination. The implications of this situation for Platner's campaign and the Democratic party's stance on the issue are yet to be fully understood. The timing and nature of the endorsements' withdrawal are unclear, but it is evident that the accusations have had a notable effect on Platner's political standing.

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