Annie Andrews

Lindsey Graham's death triggers a special primary election in South Carolina to fill his Senate seat, with a primary set for August 11 and a possible runoff on August 25. The Senate's Republican majority remains intact as Gov. Henry McMaster can appoint a temporary replacement. Graham's absence impacts legislative processes, including the budget reconciliation for a voter ID bill and defense funding discussions.

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina died on Saturday night from a 'brief and sudden illness' according to his office. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed condolences, and South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster announced plans to schedule an election to fill the vacant Senate seat.

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina died on Saturday night due to a sudden illness, according to his office. Tributes from President Donald Trump and Senate Majority Leader John Thune highlighted his service, and a special election will be held to fill his Senate seat as required by the 17th Amendment.

Annie Andrews is projected to face off against Sen. Lindsey Graham. Graham has held the seat since 2003, and Democrats face an uphill battle in any attempt to unseat him.

Sen. Lindsey Graham defeated Mark Lynch in a crowded South Carolina GOP primary, highlighting divisions within the Republican Party between Trump-aligned candidates and anti-establishment figures. Graham, endorsed by Donald Trump, faces Dr. Annie Andrews in the November general election, while Lynch received support from former Trump official Joe Kent and critics of Trump like Thomas Massie.

Sen. Lindsey Graham is projected to face pediatrician Annie Andrews in the South Carolina Senate race in November. Both candidates won their primaries outright, avoiding a June 23 primary runoff.

Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham is expected to advance in South Carolina's Senate primary against Mark Lynch. Annie Andrews leads the Democratic field. Polls close at 7 p.m. EDT.

South Carolina voters will select nominees for governor and other offices in a primary, testing President Donald Trump's influence over Republicans. Trump endorsed Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette for governor, but recent races show his backing is not guaranteed to win. The primary also features multiple candidates for governor and U.S. Senate, with outcomes potentially shaping the 2028 presidential race.

Dr. Annie Andrews, a pediatrician, is running as a Democrat to unseat South Carolina Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham. Andrews believes Graham is beatable in his bid for reelection. She discusses her campaign on 'The Takeout'.