Mayor Zohran Mamdani urges Graham Platner to drop out of Senate race after rape claim

Mayor Zohran Mamdani is calling for Graham Platner to drop out of the Maine US Senate race following a disturbing rape accusation against the candidate. Mamdani, who shares a progressive strategist with Platner, emphasized the seriousness of the situation and stated that the only appropriate response is for Platner to end his campaign.

This call for Platner to withdraw from the race comes after a bombshell revelation from his ex-girlfriend, who accused him of rape. The allegation has led to a wave of prominent Democrats, including New York senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, rescinding their endorsements of Platner and urging him to step down.

Platner had been gaining momentum in the Senate race by running a boldly leftist campaign, reminiscent of Mamdani’s own successful mayoral campaign. The accusations against him have cast a shadow over his candidacy and raised serious concerns within the Democratic Party.

As this story continues to develop, it is important to stay informed and watch for updates on this evolving situation.