Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner's campaign is facing uncertainty after an ex-girlfriend accused him of breaking into her home and alleged rape nearly five years ago. The accusations have led to calls for his immediate withdrawal from the Senate race.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee Chairwoman Kirsten Gillibrand have publicly urged Platner to step down. The story has thrust the nominee's campaign into a state of doubt regarding his continued participation in the race.