Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Graham Platner Maine Democratic Senate Primary Race

Graham Platner, a 41-year-old military veteran and oyster farmer, won the Maine Democratic Senate primary on June 10, 2026, securing the nomination to challenge incumbent Republican Sen. Susan Collins in November. His campaign was marked by a series of controversies including misogynistic Reddit posts, a tattoo resembling a Nazi symbol, allegations of extramarital sexting, and reports of volatile behavior toward former girlfriends. Despite these scandals, Platner maintained strong support among Maine Democrats who view the race as a critical opportunity to flip the Senate seat.