Graham Platner fires back at Fetterman: 'It's not the hoodie, dude'
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner attacked Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) on social media Saturday night after the Pennsylvania lawmaker said he’d wear a suit “every day” if Platner released the texts and messages he has allegedly sent to other women.
TL;DR
- Graham Platner attacked Sen. John Fetterman on social media, dismissing Fetterman's offer to wear a suit daily in exchange for Platner releasing private messages.
- Platner accused Fetterman of being a 'stooge for AIPAC and the Republican party,' refuting Fetterman's belief that Platner's lack of popularity stems from his refusal to wear a suit.
- The exchange follows recent reports detailing 'unsettling behavior' and alleged sexually explicit texts from Platner to other women, which Platner has categorized as 'politically motivated' and 'false.'
- Rep. Ro Khanna defended Platner at a rally, acknowledging past toxic relationships but emphasizing respect for women and their dignity.
- Platner is the presumptive Democratic nominee for Senate in Maine, running against incumbent Sen. Susan Collins, with recent polling indicating a rise in unfavorable views towards Platner.