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The week in U.S. Politics

Platner Collapse Forces Maine Senate Reset

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Platner Collapse Resets Maine Race

Democratic leaders first withdrew support from Graham Platner as assault allegations mounted, then pressed him to quit. His withdrawal forced Maine Democrats to choose a replacement by July 27 and reopened disputes over the party's strategy and candidate vetting.

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6 MonPolitical damage and policy tightening define the day6 stories7 TueCandidate crisis and institutional uncertainty dominate Washington8 stories8 WedTrump presses constitutional fight as Maine Democrats scramble9 stories9 ThuTrump’s power moves sharpen election and war risks7 stories10 FriTrump expands control over elections and policy8 stories11 SatTrump’s power collides with Congress, courts, and Democratic governors6 stories12 SunGraham's death opens a Republican succession and power fight10 stories