# Graham Platner

> Graham Platner is a Marine Corps veteran and oyster farmer who won the Democratic primary with 72% of the vote to challenge incumbent Sen. Susan Collins.

## Key facts

- Party: Democratic
- Office sought: U.S. Senate
- Current office: Oyster Farmer; Marine Corps Veteran
- State: ME
- Race: Maine Senate 2026
- Incumbent status: challenger
- Residence: Sullivan, ME
- Race rating: Toss-up
- Campaign website: https://grahamforsenate.com

## Biography

Graham Platner was born on September 1, 1984, in Blue Hill, Maine. He enlisted in the Marine Corps after graduating high school and served eight years, including three combat tours in Iraq and one in Afghanistan. After military service, he worked as a State Department security contractor before returning to Maine to run an oyster farm. He won the Democratic primary in June 2026 with 72% of the vote.

## Background

- Education: Attended George Washington University (G.I. Bill)
- Professional background: Oyster farmer; Marine Corps veteran; State Department security contractor
- Military service: U.S. Marine Corps (2003–2007); Maryland Army National Guard (2010–2011); four combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan

## Opponents in this race

- [Susan Collins](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/susan-collins-me-2026.md) — Republican
- [Susan Collins](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/susan-collins-maine-r-2026.md) — Republican
- [Graham Platner](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/graham-platner-maine-d-2026.md) — Democrat

## Sources

- Graham Platner — Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Graham_Platner
- Graham Platner — Official Campaign Website: https://grahamforsenate.com/

Last updated: 2026-06-15T19:52:07.172Z

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