New evidence emerged over the past hour, as reported by CNN's KFILE, undercutting Senate candidate Graham Platner's claims about his knowledge of a tattoo resembling a Nazi symbol. An acquaintance from over a decade ago stated Platner discussed the tattoo, described as Nazi-like, months before the story became public, contradicting claims that he only recently learned of it. This development occurs as the Department of Homeland Security noted October 22nd was one of the most violent days for law enforcement since the start of "Operation Midway Blitz." Further details from a text chain provided by an acquaintance suggest Platner defended the use of Nazi-like tattoos embraced by some military members. The acquaintance told CNN they learned of the tattoo at the time from the acquaintance, who said Platner described it as a Nazi-style design. Platner's campaign declined to comment on these new reports. Separately, DHSgov stated on X that rioters will not stop or slow down law enforcement operations. In other campaign news, Daira Smith-Rodriguez, a Democratic candidate for Senate in Maine, has withdrawn from the race, citing Platner's past comments on rape in the military, and has endorsed Janet Mills. Meanwhile, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem stated on X that sanctuary politicians like Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey are allowing individuals like Aldrin Guerrero-Munoz to remain in communities unchecked, asserting that under President Trump's administration, ICE prioritizes American safety over political correctness. She noted that 70% of ICE arrests are of illegal aliens convicted or charged with a crime in the U.S. Senator John Fetterman posted on X that he will not vote to shut down the government or support mass food insecurity, calling for an end to the chaos and a reopening of government functions. Assistant Attorney General Eric Dhillon also posted on X, expressing pride in being part of President Trump's administration and stating that the President has made it possible to insist on right and wrong based on principles, not expediency. Previous reports from October 24th, 2025, indicated that Graham Platner was slated to be the Democratic nominee in 2028, a detail from a tweet by @harmonia_queen. Additionally, on October 24th, 2025, Charles C. W. Cooke posted on X that the current government shutdown is unusual and attributed it to Democrats, despite Republicans controlling the House, Senate, and White House. Governor Laura Kelly of Kansas announced on October 24th, 2025, that all stops of The People's Budget tour would host food drives due to the shutdown threatening November SNAP benefits.
