Annie Andrews

Early voting for the South Carolina U.S. Senate Special Republican Primary Runoff begins Wednesday in South Carolina. In this election, Sen. Darline Graham faces local congressman Rep. Ralph Norman of York County to replace Sen. Lindsey Graham as the Republican nominee. The winner of this race is slated to face Dr. Annie Andrews in November.

Darline Graham and Ralph Norman advanced to a Republican runoff for South Carolina’s U.S. Senate seat after neither candidate secured an outright majority during the special primary. Graham, who finished first with about 33% of the vote, will face Norman, who took roughly 24%, in a runoff election on August 25. The winner will become the GOP nominee for the general election against Democrat Annie Andrews.

The special Republican primary in South Carolina is set for August 11, determining the opponent for Dr. Annie Andrews in the general election this fall following the death of Lindsey Graham. Darline Graham Nordone will run on the special primary ballot to fill the remainder of his term. If no candidate secures over 50% of the vote on August 11, a runoff election is scheduled for Tuesday, August 25.

Ten Republicans will compete in a special primary election for South Carolina’s U.S. Senate seat following the unexpected death of Lindsey Graham. Darline Graham, appointed by Governor Henry McMaster, has President Donald Trump’s endorsement and competes against candidates like Russell Fry and Ralph Norman. The eventual winner of the special primary will face Democratic nominee Annie Andrews.

Republican candidates for South Carolina's U.S. Senate special primary election will debate live on Aug. 3, 2026, ahead of a primary on Aug. 11 to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham. Twelve candidates initially filed, but only nine were certified for the ballot.

Republican candidates for U.S. Senate in South Carolina’s special primary election will debate live on August 3. The debate follows the death of U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, prompting a special primary to choose a replacement for the November 2026 general election. Five GOP candidates, including Darline Graham (Lindsey Graham’s sister), will participate in the debate.

South Carolina's Republican Party decertified three candidates for a U.S. Senate special primary following the death of Senator Lindsey Graham. Two candidates were excluded for not meeting a new voting requirement, while a third was disqualified due to an out-of-state address. A legal challenge by one candidate has temporarily protected their ballot placement.

Multiple Republican candidates have entered the race to fill South Carolina's Senate seat following the passing of Sen. Lindsey Graham. The candidates include Duke Buckner, Danny Ford II, Russell Fry, Darline Graham, Mark Lynch, Mark McBride, Darius Mitchell, Ralph Norman, Glenda Gail Parker, Mark Sanford, and Samuel Shepherd, who will face Democratic nominee Annie Andrews in the 2026 midterm elections.

A new senator will be chosen to fill Lindsay Graham's seat in the 2026 midterm elections after his death. Several Republicans have filed for the special primary on August 11, with candidates including Duke Buckner, Russell Fry, Mark McBride, Mark Lynch, Ralph Norman, Clark Neilson, and Samuel Shepherd. The winner will face Democratic nominee Annie Andrews in November.

Dr. Annie Andrews, a South Carolina Democrat, is aiming to unseat Darline Graham, the sister of the late Republican senator. The article highlights her political mission following the senator's death.

South Carolina will hold a special Republican primary on August 11 to select a candidate for the November general election following the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham. Graham’s sister Darline Graham was appointed to serve the remainder of his Senate term through January 2027. Republican candidates are eligible to run, with the winner facing Democratic candidate Annie Andrews in November 2026.

With the passing of U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, South Carolina will hold a special primary on August 11 to select a Republican candidate to face Democratic nominee Annie Andrews in the November 2026 general election. Multiple candidates have filed, including Duke Buckner, Mark McBride, Mark Lynch, Clark Neilson, Mark Sanford, Samuel Shepherd, and Russell Fry.

Darline Graham secures support from three Senate Republicans and President Donald Trump in her bid for a Senate seat. She faces competition from two House Republicans and a potential eligibility review, with a primary set for August 11 and a possible runoff.

Memorial services for Sen. Lindsey Graham, who represented South Carolina in the U.S. Senate since 2003 and died on July 11 at 71 from an aortic tear, are scheduled for July 28 in Washington, D.C., followed by memorials in Columbia and Pickens County. Graham’s sister, Darline, was sworn in to finish his term, and a special Republican primary for his Senate seat is set for August, with the winner facing Democratic nominee Annie Andrews in November.

Memorial services for Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died on July 11 at 71 from an aortic tear, are scheduled for July 28 in Washington, D.C., followed by events in Columbia and Pickens County. His sister Darline was sworn in to complete his Senate term, with a special primary for the seat set for August and a November general election.

Sen. Darline Graham, sister of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, is being encouraged by President Donald Trump to run for a full six-year Senate term. Graham was appointed to fill her brother's seat until the end of the year, with a Republican primary scheduled for August 11, 2026. Other Republicans, including Rep. Ralph Norman and Mark Lynch, are also seeking the nomination.

Lindsey Graham's death has transformed the race for his Democratic challenger, Annie Andrews. Republicans are scrambling to arrange a new primary election.

Lindsey Graham’s death transforms the race for his Democratic challenger, Dr. Annie Andrews, a pediatrician running for Senate in South Carolina.

President Trump recommended Darline Graham Nordone, the sister of late U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, to fill his Senate term through early January. South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster will announce the appointment, and a special election will determine the full-term candidate.

President Donald Trump recommended Darline Graham Nordone, the sister of late Senator Lindsey Graham, to fill his Senate seat until early January. South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster is set to announce the appointment, and a special election will determine the candidate for a full six-year term.

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster is set to announce a replacement for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham on July 13. Graham died unexpectedly from an aortic tear at age 71. The appointee will serve until January 2027, with a special election scheduled for August to select a new Republican nominee.

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster is expected to announce a replacement for U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died unexpectedly on Sunday at 71 from an aortic tear. President Donald Trump suggested appointing Graham's sister, Darline Graham Nordone. A special election will be held in August to choose a new Republican nominee for the Senate seat.

Sen. Lindsey Graham's death raises questions about his Senate seat replacement. Gov. Henry McMaster will appoint a temporary replacement until January, followed by a special primary in August to select a Republican nominee for the November general election. Federal election timing issues and potential candidates are under discussion.

Sen. Tim Scott endorsed former Rep. Trey Gowdy to fill the Senate seat vacated by Sen. Lindsey Graham's death. Graham's term ends in 2024, and South Carolina Republicans will hold a special primary in August to select a permanent replacement. Gov. Henry McMaster and President Donald Trump have also hinted at potential candidates.

The US military launched attacks against Iran amid escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran condemning the actions as undermining diplomatic efforts. Iran claims the strait is closed due to US military movements, while the US asserts an alternative southern route remains open. South Carolina’s governor will appoint a replacement for Senator Lindsey Graham, with a special primary set for August 11.

Annie Andrews, who was running against Lindsey Graham in the South Carolina Senate race, called for setting partisanship aside after Graham’s death. She expressed condolences to his family, friends, staff, and others grieving the loss.

Tennessee lawmakers paid tribute to Sen. Lindsey Graham after his sudden death from a brief illness. Graham, who was campaigning for a fifth Senate term, triggered a process requiring South Carolina to hold a special primary to select a new nominee following his passing.

U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina died of a 'brief and sudden illness' as announced by his office. Graham, 71, had recently won a Senate primary and was set to face Democrat Annie Andrews in the general election. President Donald Trump and others expressed condolences, highlighting Graham's political work and advocacy for the SAVE America Act.

U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina died suddenly from a brief illness at 71. He was a senator and chairman of the Senate Budget Committee, known for his close alliance with President Donald Trump and was set to face Democrat Annie Andrews in the general election.

U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham died of a sudden illness, according to his office. His family has requested privacy, and he was set to face Democrat Annie Andrews in the general election. Trump and Biden expressed condolences, highlighting his political contributions.

The sudden death of US Senator Lindsey Graham in South Carolina triggers a succession process, with Governor Henry McMaster able to appoint a replacement for the remainder of his term. The situation creates uncertainty in the state’s political landscape, as potential candidates and party dynamics shift ahead of the November election.

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham died suddenly from an illness at age 71. He was a close ally of President Donald Trump and had recently returned from a trip to Ukraine. Tributes highlight his political work and advocacy for the SAVE America Act.

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.