Sanders defends support for ex-Maine candidate facing assault allegation

Sen. Bernie Sanders defends his endorsement of former Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, who exited the race after an assault allegation. Sanders expresses no regret over the support, highlighting ongoing political tensions around endorsements in contested races.

Sen. Bernie Sanders has defended his endorsement of former Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, who exited the race after facing an assault allegation. Sanders expressed no regret over his support for Platner, who was running as a Democrat. The article does not provide details on the allegation or Platner's response. Sanders' stance highlights ongoing political tensions around endorsements in contested races.