Fetterman unloads on scandal-plagued Platner after rape allegation ends Senate bid: 'Adios, trash bag'

Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman criticized Maine Democratic candidate Graham Platner on social media, calling him a "dead man walking" after Platner withdrew from the Senate race following a rape allegation. Fetterman also called for Senator Bernie Sanders to apologize for endorsing Platner before the allegation became public. Platner had announced his candidacy with Sanders's support but suspended his campaign after the allegation emerged. Fetterman's statements were posted on social media after Platner's withdrawal from the race.

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