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Platner vs Collins as Trump Tests GOP Loyalty
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- Jun 10, 2026
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- 89
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Summary
Maine’s Democratic Senate hopeful Graham Platner, a Marine veteran and oyster farmer, cruised to a 72% win in his primary — but his path to victory is now blocked by a tough GOP incumbent, Susan Collins, and his own controversial past. Meanwhile, Trump’s grip on the GOP tightens: Lindsey Graham wins easily in South Carolina, while Nancy Mace’s primary loss underscores the cost of defying Trump’s agenda — even when it’s about exposing Epstein’s secrets. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e013e17544296d3a