Senate Democrats Back Maine Candidate Amid Scandals

Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner met with Democratic senators in Washington, D.C., as his campaign faces scrutiny over alleged sexting scandals and controversial past social media posts. While Sen. John Fetterman publicly called Platner a "creep" and likened him to a "Nazi sympathizer," other Democratic senators, including Kirsten Gillibrand and Bernie Sanders, expressed confidence in Platner's chances and his willingness to challenge powerful interests. Some, like Elizabeth Warren, declined to comment, while Peter Welch stated the decision rests with Maine voters. Senate Democratic leadership aims to defeat incumbent Susan Collins and reclaim the Senate.