Several prominent Democratic figures, including Senators Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders, have withdrawn their support for U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner. The shift in endorsement comes after Politico published a report detailing a former girlfriend's allegation that Platner once barged into her home and raped her.
Jon Favreau, a co-host of the "Pod Save America" podcast, which had previously hosted Platner, wrote on X (formerly Twitter) that "Platner needs to drop out ASAP — these are awful, credible allegations."
Earlier reports had surfaced concerning Platner's past, including a Nazi symbol he reportedly wore for nearly two decades, and statements he made regarding women and rape. A report in The New York Times detailed allegations from ex-girlfriends, including one account of domestic violence, though the article focused on the political background of one accuser.
The decision by national Democrats to pull their support follows previous controversies that had not resulted in a withdrawal of endorsements. The timing of the rescinded support, according to commentary on the events, suggests a political calculation tied to Platner's declining poll numbers and the potential impact on Republican electoral prospects.