CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip New Evidence Undercuts Candidate’s Claims About Nazi-Linked Tattoo
Oct 25, 2025
Join Scott Jennings, a conservative strategist, Jamel Hill, a political commentator with progressive insights, and Lydia Moynihan, a savvy analyst, as they dissect the unraveling story of Democratic candidate Graham Plattner's Nazi-linked tattoo. The panel debates whether this revelation could disqualify him from the race. They also delve into Donald Trump's latest move regarding tariffs with Canada and discuss the implications of a potential third Trump term, raising questions about the future of Republican strategy.
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Tattoo Reporting Undercuts Candidate's Claim
- New reporting shows Graham Plattner likely knew his tattoo resembled Nazi symbols rather than being an innocent military skull design.
- That undermines his truthfulness and could change voter support in a high-stakes Senate primary.
Pressure Candidate To Exit To Protect Seat
- Jamel Hill urges Plattner to withdraw because the scandal could cost Democrats a pickup in the Senate.
- She recommends pressure on him to resign to give Democrats a stronger general-election chance.
Momentum Can Neutralize Scandals
- Scott Jennings notes Plattner was gaining popularity despite the controversy and led his primary by a wide margin.
- Polling momentum can blunt establishment pressure even amid damaging revelations.