Bernie Sanders urges Graham Platner to step aside in Maine Senate race
Bernie Sanders urges Graham Platner to step aside

Senator Bernie Sanders, an independent from Vermont who has been a staunch supporter of Graham Platner, is now urging the embattled Democratic candidate to withdraw from the Maine Senate race.

Sanders recommends withdrawal

In a short new statement, Sanders said: "I have spoken with Graham Platner about the best path forward for Maine. In light of these very serious allegations, I have recommended that he step aside."

We are still waiting for more news from the Platner campaign.

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