Key facts
- Senator John Fetterman called Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner "not even a Democrat."
- Platner, who won the Democratic primary, has faced controversies regarding past behavior and statements.
- Platner has acknowledged allegations of sending sexual messages and displaying "toxic" behavior.
- Platner previously described himself as a "communist" and made controversial statements about sexual assault.
- Platner is set to face incumbent Republican Senator Susan Collins in November.
Senator John Fetterman has publicly rebuked Graham Platner, the Democratic nominee in the upcoming Maine Senate race, stating that Platner is "not even a Democrat" and has even described himself as a communist. Fetterman's comments came during an interview with Fox News host Laura Ingraham.
Platner emerged victorious from Maine's Democratic primary following a series of controversies. He is slated to challenge incumbent Republican Senator Susan Collins in November.
Platner has acknowledged allegations of sending sexual messages to women and displaying "toxic" behavior during past relationships, though he denies claims of physical intimidation. He also faced scrutiny for since-deleted Reddit posts where he downplayed sexual assault in the military and referred to police as "bastards."