Graham Platner avoids mainstream press as scandals surrounding Maine Democrat grows Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner has been largely avoiding the press following revelations of explicit messages sent to multiple women. He has canceled interviews, and his staff has been seen blocking reporters from speaking with him. Platner has criticized mainstream media for focusing on gossip over policy.

• Graham Platner is reportedly avoiding press interviews after accusations of sending explicit messages to six women while married.
• Platner’s campaign has canceled a rescheduled phone interview and staff have been seen blocking reporters.
• Platner denies the allegations, calling them ‘gossip’ and ‘journalistic malpractice,’ and criticizes media for focusing on scandal over policy.
• Previous controversies include a Nazi-like tattoo and controversial Reddit comments.