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Platner clinches Maine's Democratic Senate nomination - The 11th Hour - MS NOW
In his victory speech, Graham Platner took the time to reset his campaign after controversies over past alleged behavior. He'll now face incumbent GOP Senator Susan Collins in November. Also. the U.S. launches defensive strikes on Iran after an Army helicopter crashed. Ali Velshi, Kevin Frey, Sam Stein and Dave Weigel join. - 06/09/2026.