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Primary Day: Maine voters weigh Platner scandal, Mace tries to overcome Trump snub in SC

Four states are holding primaries today and will give a glimpse into this year's midterm elections. Among the races is Maine's Senate primary which has been complicated by Graham Platner's personal controversies. In South Carolina, Nancy Mace is trying to overcome Trump endorsing her opponent in the gubernatorial race. MS NOW Capitol Hill Reporter Kevin Frey has the latest from Bangor, Maine and MS NOW Reporter Will McDuffie has more details from Easley, South Carolina. Chief White House Correspondent at The New York Times Peter Baker and MS NOW Political Contributor John Della Volpe join Ana Cabrera with analysis.

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