Dem senators deflect questions on Platner's scandal-plagued campaign: 'Not following that race closely'
Democratic senators are not engaging with questions regarding Graham Platner's controversial campaign against Republican Senator Susan Collins. Many senators, including Dick Durbin, have stated they are not closely following the race. The lack of commentary raises questions about the potential impact of Platner's past remarks on his candidacy.
- ▪Democratic senators are largely avoiding questions about Graham Platner's campaign.
- ▪Senator Dick Durbin mentioned he is not following the race closely.
- ▪There is uncertainty about whether Platner's past controversial statements will affect his Senate bid.
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Republicans Dem senators deflect questions on Platner's scandal-plagued campaign: 'Not following that race closely' Dem Senators Durbin, Booker and Welch all said they aren't focused on the race to unseat Susan Collins in 2026 By Leo Briceno Fox News Published May 22, 2026 7:00am EDT | Updated May 22, 2026 7:14am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Democratic Senators say they’re undecided about Graham Platner’s many controversial statements, with many choosing to put their focus elsewhere The silence does little to clarify their view of whether his previous remarks jeopardize his Senate bid to unseat Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine.
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