Platner faced growing calls to exit the race in recent days after a sexual assault allegation from a former partner and claims from another ex-girlfriend that he repeatedly removed protection without her consent while having sex. His withdrawal means that the Maine Democratic Party now has until July 27 to select another nominee.
Who could replace Platner on Maine’s ballot
Residents fill out their primary election ballots on June 9 in Belfast, Maine. (Robert F. Bukaty/AP)
