Maine Democratic Party Chair Bev Uhlenhake released the following statement:

“The actions described in the warrant for the arrest of State Representative Lucas Lanigan for domestic violence aggravated assault are incredibly disturbing and are disqualifying for any elected official or individual seeking public office.

“The allegations are appalling, and they are far beyond the conduct we as Mainers will tolerate from anyone claiming or seeking to represent us in the state legislature. Our state and Rep. Lanigan’s constituents deserve more from our leaders, and I call on Maine’s Republican Party & House leadership, Chairman Joel Stetkis & Minority Leader Billy Bob Faulkingham, to join me in condemning Rep. Lanigan’s abhorrent criminal conduct and demanding his immediate resignation from the Maine State House & withdrawal as a candidate for the November 5 election.”