WorldPublished: 6 July 2026 at 22:36

Woman Accuses US Senate Candidate Graham Platner of Sexual Assault

A woman who dated Maine U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner alleges he forced her to have sex nearly five years ago despite her objections; Platner denies the accusation.

A 41-year-old Maine resident named Jenny Racicot has accused U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner of sexually assaulting her nearly five years ago, claiming he forced her to have sex despite her repeated objections. Racicot detailed the alleged incident to POLITICO in three interviews over the past two weeks. POLITICO also spoke with a man Racicot was dating at the time. Platner denies the allegation. No further details about legal proceedings or additional evidence have been disclosed.

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