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New Facts: Graham Platner Disavows Violent Posts

On October 16, 2025, Graham Platner confirmed his authorship of violent political posts that had been deleted from his online accounts. He disavowed the violent sentiments expressed in those posts.

Platner is a candidate in the Maine Senate race, where he has faced scrutiny for his online activity.

The revelation has prompted backlash from political opponents and raised questions about his fitness for office.

This incident comes amid a broader national conversation about political rhetoric and violence, particularly in the context of upcoming elections.

While Platner acknowledges the posts, he has not provided further details about the circumstances surrounding their creation or deletion.

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