US Senate candidate Graham Platner has predicted that Maine's voters will support him in the party primary despite a string of controversies. Platner, a Democrat, has been at the centre of allegations of physical intimidation towards women, which he has denied. In an interview, Platner claimed that his past has been 'weaponized' to undermine his campaign.
The allegations against Platner have sparked debate ahead of the party primary, with some critics calling for him to withdraw from the race. Despite the controversy, Platner remains confident that he will win the support of Maine's voters. The party primary is scheduled to take place this week, with the winner going on to face the Republican candidate in the general election.
Platner's campaign has been marred by a series of controversies, including allegations of financial impropriety and a history of inflammatory comments. However, Platner has maintained that he has been unfairly targeted and that his opponents are seeking to discredit him.