The clock is ticking for Democrats as Platner scandal triggers campaign crisis — here’s what to know

Maine Democrat Senate candidate Graham Platner found himself in hot water on Monday following new allegations of “sexual assault” by a woman who was described as having once dated him.

Now, Platner’s campaign hangs in the balance as Democrat leaders pulled their endorsements in light of the new allegations.

‘If a process for selecting a new nominee becomes necessary, it will be open, transparent, and inclusive.’

While Platner’s leverage in keeping his candidacy seems to be drying up as quickly as his support from Democrats, the path ahead still has a few possibilities.

Here is what Platner’s campaign looks like in the next week.

The first major test of the Platner campaign’s longevity comes Monday.

Maine law stipulates that a vacancy may be declared and a replacement