July 27

Graham Platner withdrew from the Maine Senate race, ending a campaign backed by progressive leaders. His withdrawal followed a sexual assault allegation he denied, prompting Maine Democrats to seek a new nominee before July 27.

Graham Platner withdrew from Maine’s U.S. Senate race, ending a campaign supported by progressive leaders like Bernie Sanders and Ro Khanna. His withdrawal, following sexual assault allegations he denied, forces Democrats to find a new nominee by July 27 to challenge Republican Sen. Susan Collins.

Graham Platner, Maine Senate Democratic nominee, suspended his campaign following sexual assault allegations. Jenny Racicot accused Platner of forcing himself on her in 2021. The Maine Democratic Party plans to hold a convention to select a new nominee by July 27.

Pasadena City Council cancelled its June 29 meeting and additional summer dates (July 6, July 27, August 3) as noted on the city's agenda portal. During June sessions, the council advanced the fiscal year 2026–27 budget and capital planning process, continued housing and land-use policy discussions, and approved routine items like contracts and grants.