Jenny Racicot

Jenny Racicot is a 41-year-old woman who has come forward with allegations of sexual assault against Graham Platner, the Democratic candidate for US Senate in Maine. In an exclusive interview with Politico, Racicot, who previously dated Platner, claims he forced her to have sex despite her repeated objections. Platner, an oyster farmer and former marine veteran, has denied these allegations. Racicot's accusations have gained significant attention, leading to prominent US Democrats withdrawing their support for Platner. Her statement is the latest in a series of controversies surrounding the Senate candidate, making her a key figure in the current political developments in Maine.