Maine Democrat Ends Senate Campaign After Rape Allegation

He denied the allegation and said the withdrawal was not an admission of guilt. In a video statement, the candidate said his decision resulted from a political system not built for normal people. Party leaders had pressed him to exit the race.

Democrats now have until July 27 to name a replacement candidate. The party's state organization plans a nominating convention to select a new nominee. The candidate had focused on affordability and political change. Some supporters hope the next candidate will continue those themes even if the person is more experienced and less aligned with the left.

The U.S. launched strikes on about 90 military sites in southern Iran along the coast and the Strait of Hormuz, according to U.S. Central Command. Iran responded with air attacks on U.S. installations in Kuwait and Bahrain. Kuwait's military said it intercepted missiles and drones.

Israel placed its forces on full readiness, and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz canceled a public event for an emergency security meeting.

Wells was last seen at the northwest tip of the island around 3 p.m. on July 4 and was the only member of his group who did not return. The Jackson County Sheriff's Office asked the public for photos or videos that might clarify what happened. Officials have not informed the family of any suspicions of foul play, Crump said in an interview with Don Lemon.