More than half of the Senate Democratic caucus has demanded that Graham Platner withdraw from the Maine Senate race, following a POLITICO report that a former girlfriend accused him of sexual assault. Platner has categorically denied the allegations, labeling them as "false."

Despite initial support, Platner's campaign has been plagued by multiple scandals, leading to a significant shift in support from his party. As of Tuesday afternoon, 31 out of 47 Democratic senators have publicly urged him to drop out, a list that includes several of his erstwhile staunch allies.

Among the defectors is Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), who after a conversation with Platner, stated, "In light of these very serious allegations, I have recommended that he step aside." Similarly, Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), who previously praised Platner, has now highlighted the imperative of zero tolerance for sexual assault.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), also echoed this sentiment. In a joint statement, they declared that the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee would cease financial support for the Maine Senate race if Platner remains a candidate.

The call for Platner's withdrawal isn't confined to the Senate. The Maine Democratic Party and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, both influential voices within the party, have also demanded that he step down.

In response to the mounting pressure, Platner acknowledged the political realities facing his campaign and expressed his intention to consider “the best path forward for the state that I love” in a recent social media video. His campaign, however, has yet to make a final decision regarding his candidacy and did not respond immediately to requests for comment regarding the senators' demands.

While many have spoken out, more than a dozen Democratic senators have yet to make a public statement on the matter. Senators Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.), who previously endorsed Platner, have withdrawn their support but stopped short of directly asking him to exit the race.

As the controversy unfolds, the political future of Graham Platner remains uncertain, with significant implications for the Democratic Party's prospects in Maine.