Graham Platner, progressive Israel critic with Nazi-linked tattoo, set to win Maine Democratic primary

Platner will face Sen. Susan Collins in November's general election in what has been viewed as a toss-up race that may determine which party controls the Senate following the 2026 midterms

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Graham Platner, progressive Israel critic with Nazi-linked tattoo, set to win Maine Democratic primary

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Platner will face Sen. Susan Collins in November's general election in what has been viewed as a toss-up race that may determine which party controls the Senate following the 2026 midterms

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Ben Samuels

04:52 AM • June 10 2026 IDT

Graham Platner, the progressive critic of Israel who gained notoriety for his tattoo resembling a Nazi-linked skull and crossbones, is projected to win Maine's Democratic Senate primary.

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