WATCH: Dem senators excuse Platner’s conduct at crisis huddle with embattled Maine candidate Democratic senators met with Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner amid controversies surrounding his campaign, including alleged sexting scandals and resurfaced online posts. Senators like Kirsten Gillibrand and Bernie Sanders expressed confidence in Platner’s chances, attributing the intense scrutiny to opposition spending. Platner has addressed some controversies, stating he has learned and is focused on fighting for voters.

• Democratic senators met with Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner amidst campaign controversies.
• Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Bernie Sanders expressed confidence in Platner’s ability to win the election.
• Sanders suggested that external spending by wealthy individuals is targeting Platner.
• Controversies include alleged sexting scandals, a Nazi-linked tattoo, and a critical online post about a veteran.
• Platner stated he and his wife have worked through difficulties and that voters care about his fight for them, not gossip.
• Platner will face David Costello in the Democratic Senate primary on June 9.