Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner is facing significant backlash after a rape allegation surfaced, leading to widespread withdrawals of support from prominent Democrats. Senators Elizabeth Warren and Chuck Schumer are among those who have rescinded their endorsements for Platner's campaign.
Dozen of other Democrats have also announced they are no longer supporting Platner's bid for the Senate. The withdrawals come in response to the serious allegations that have emerged.
Platner's campaign has not yet issued a detailed response to the allegations or the subsequent withdrawal of endorsements from his party.