Source: Fox News
Summary
Embattled U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner has been accused of sexual impropriety for the second time in 24 hours. Lyndsey Fifield, Platner’s ex-girlfriend, alleged that he removed condoms during sex without her consent. Platner’s campaign denied the allegations, calling them “categorically false and politically motivated.” Platner is also facing a rape allegation from another woman, Jenny Racicot, which he also denies. The allegations have led to several high-profile endorsements being withdrawn, including those from Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
Graham Platner’s campaign is facing a new allegation of sexual impropriety, this time from his ex-girlfriend Lyndsey Fifield. The allegation comes just a day after another woman, Jenny Racicot, accused Platner of rape. Platner’s campaign has denied both allegations, calling them “categorically false and politically motivated.” The allegations have led to a backlash from high-profile supporters, including Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders, who have withdrawn their endorsements. The timing of the allegations is notable, as Platner faces a deadline to withdraw from the race by July 13.
The sequence of events feels like a familiar script.
Author: Evan Null
