Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) sidestepped multiple inquiries on Tuesday regarding abuse allegations against Maine Democratic Senator Graham Platner, and he did not answer a Fox News Digital question about whether he believed the accusations from women against the candidate were credible.
While waiting for an elevator at the Capitol, Sanders was asked if he had any faith in the allegations against Platner, whom he has publicly supported. However, he remained silent.
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Fox News Digital pressed Sanders about the accusations against Platner, specifically querying, “Senator, do you believe the women who are accusing Platner of abuse?” They noted his recent campaign efforts on Platner’s behalf.
Additionally, Sanders did not comment on claims suggesting that Platner was aware of questionable Nazi-related tattoos linked to the ongoing controversies surrounding his campaign. When pressed about whether he thought the scandal connected to the tattoos was significant, he chose not to respond and continued waiting for the elevator.
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The questions directed at Sanders come as Platner’s Senate campaign is increasingly marred by various controversies. He has faced multiple allegations of abuse from women, alongside criticism for sexually explicit messages, inappropriate social media content, and accusations regarding Nazi-related tattoos. Platner has denied all wrongdoing and has defended himself against these claims.
Despite these issues, Platner still enjoys the backing of several key Democrats, including Sanders, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, and Sen. Elizabeth Warren.
The outcome of how these controversies will influence voters is yet to be confirmed. Maine Democrats cast their votes on Tuesday to determine which candidate will challenge Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) in the upcoming November elections, considered one of the most closely watched Senate races in the nation.
