Day 28 · Lindsey Graham Succession

Darline Graham Wins SC Primary

Darline Graham’s famous name prevailed in South Carolina’s GOP Senate primary.

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Updated Aug 8, 4:26pm ET

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South Carolina Republicans will vote in an Aug. 11 special primary for the U.S. Senate seat opened by Lindsey Graham’s July death, with the winner advancing to the November election. Sen. Darline Graham Nordone, Graham’s sister, was appointed by the governor to serve the remainder of his term and has President Donald Trump’s endorsement. Polling and voter interviews show a tight race, with Rep. Ralph Norman among the challengers. Nine Republican candidates made final pitches in Florence County, addressing Iran, socialism and Flock camera privacy concerns.

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