Graham Platner, the Democratic candidate for Senate in Maine, recently addressed allegations regarding his treatment of women in an interview following a New York Times report. Platner acknowledged past behavioral issues after serving in the military, stating he would “absolutely take responsibility” for certain aspects of his personal history.

Platner appeared on MS Now’s “All In With Chris Hayes” for nearly 25 minutes, where he denied accusations of physical harm towards a former girlfriend. He admitted to self-medicating and acknowledged a period of poor behavior following his military service. However, he dismissed claims of violence as “simply not true.”

Platner emphasized his transparency throughout the campaign concerning his difficult experiences post-combat service. As the primary approaches, he asserted that he has “not once” considered withdrawing from the race. This election holds significant importance for Democrats aiming to reclaim the Senate in the upcoming midterms.

The Times substantially covered Lyndsey Fifield’s recollections of her tumultuous relationship with Platner, from 2013 to 2015. She described incidents where Platner allegedly grabbed her by the shoulders and, on one occasion, manipulated her arm and confined her to a bedroom. She noted he never resorted to punching or hitting.