‘He hated women’: Explosive abuse, new Nazi tattoo allegations from exes rock Platner's campaign

Graham Platner's ex-girlfriends allege rape fantasies, violent episodes and heavy drinking in new report as Maine Democrat faces mounting scandals.

‘He hated women’: Explosive abuse, new Nazi tattoo allegations from exes rock Platner's campaign

TL;DR

  • Ex-girlfriends of Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner have come forward with allegations of rape fantasies, heavy drinking, and violent behavior.
  • Platner is also facing criticism for a chest tattoo resembling the Nazi Totenkopf and alleged sexting with younger women.
  • One ex-girlfriend, Lyndsey Fifield, described Platner ruminating about raping home invaders and pulling her out of a taxi by her wrist.
  • Platner attributes some of his past behavior to undiagnosed PTSD and alcohol, stating he takes responsibility but views the current claims as politically motivated.
  • Another former partner, Jenny Racicot, expressed concern over his alleged issues with women based on his controversial Reddit posts.
  • The Republican National Committee has criticized Democrats for not distancing themselves from Platner amid the escalating scandals.