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South Carolina Republicans are holding a special primary election to select a Senate replacement following the death of Lindsey Graham on July 11. Darline Graham, his sister, is running for the open seat and has received endorsements from Donald Trump along with support from super PACs and the National Republican Senatorial Committee. The contest features several candidates, including former governor and congressman Mark Sanford.

South Carolina Republicans are holding a special primary to select a replacement for the late Lindsey Graham after his death on July 11. Darline Graham, his sister, is running for the open Senate seat and has received endorsements from Donald Trump along with financial support from super PACs. The contest features multiple top Republicans, including U.S. House members like Ralph Norman and Mark Sanford.

South Carolina Republicans are holding a special primary to choose a replacement for the late Lindsey Graham following his death on July 11. Darline Graham is running for the open Senate seat, receiving support from super PACs and endorsements from Donald Trump. The contest features a broad field of candidates, including former governor Mark Sanford and several U.S. House members.

Mark Sanford, a former South Carolina governor, has entered the race to replace Senator Lindsey Graham. He emphasizes concerns about the national debt and government efficiency, citing his past experience in reducing DMV wait times. Sanford also reflects on lessons learned from a 2009 marital scandal and his subsequent return to public office.

Four South Carolina Republicans competed in a Senate debate for the November ballot spot. The debate, hosted by Nexstar Media Group, featured Russell Fry, Ralph Norman, Mark Sanford, and a businessman.

Queen City News is broadcasting a live South Carolina U.S. Senate debate featuring Ralph Norman, Russell Fry, Mark Sanford, and Mark Lynch. The coverage provides details on when and where to watch the event.

Five GOP candidates in South Carolina's Senate race debated issues like the filibuster, Iran war authority, and data center expansion, revealing internal party divisions. Darlene Graham Nordone, endorsed by Trump, supported ending the filibuster, while Mark Sanford argued Congress—not the president—should direct military action in Iran.

Five GOP candidates for South Carolina's Senate seat debated issues like the filibuster, the war in Iran, and data center expansion, revealing internal party divisions. Darlene Graham Nordone, endorsed by Trump, supported ending the filibuster, while Mark Sanford argued Congress should oversee the Iran war.

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 Senate candidates compete in a debate to define themselves in the race for the vacant seat left by Sen. Lindsey Graham. Key contenders include Darline Graham, Ralph Norman, Russell Fry, and Mark Sanford, with the debate seen as a critical opportunity to establish credibility and statewide recognition.

The race for the Senate seat previously held by Lindsey Graham features a debate where candidates, including appointed Senator Darline Graham, Reps. Ralph Norman and Russell Fry, former Gov. Mark Sanford, and others, will attempt to establish their viability. President Donald Trump's endorsement has not yet settled the GOP field, with candidates vying to demonstrate their qualifications through campaign outreach and the debate.

Darline Graham, sister of late Sen. Lindsey Graham, is entering politics to fulfill his Senate term and promote President Trump’s agenda ahead of a special primary. She faces nine Republican candidates, including Mark Sanford, Ralph Norman, and Russell Fry, in an Aug. 11 election.

Darline Graham, a political newcomer, is seeking to replace her late brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham, in a special GOP primary in South Carolina. She is promoting President Donald Trump’s agenda and faces eight other Republican candidates, including prominent names like Mark Sanford and Ralph Norman, in the August 11 election.

Sen. Darline Graham, sister of late Sen. Lindsey Graham, is promoting President Trump's agenda in her political debut ahead of a South Carolina Senate special primary. She faces competition from candidates like Mark Sanford, Ralph Norman, and Russell Fry, with an informal straw poll showing her leading.

Darline Graham, sister of late Sen. Lindsey Graham, is campaigning for a Senate seat in South Carolina, endorsed by President Donald Trump. She won a straw poll against candidates like Mark Sanford, Ralph Norman, and Russell Fry ahead of a special primary on August 11.

South Carolina will hold a Republican primary on August 11 to select a U.S. Senate nominee, with nine candidates including Darline Graham, Ralph Norman, Russell Fry, Mark Sanford, and others. Early voting begins August 5, with a potential runoff on August 25 if no candidate secures 50 percent. Duke Buckner and Glenda Gail Parker have provided responses to a questionnaire, with Buckner emphasizing opposition to socialism and economic policies to reduce costs.

Sen. Lindsey Graham returned to South Carolina for his funeral after dying suddenly on July 11. The funeral included a procession to First Baptist Church and a private burial, with his political legacy highlighted through events at the Statehouse and U.S. Capitol. Graham's death has triggered a Republican special primary in South Carolina to replace him for a full six-year term.

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.

Lawmakers and global figures are honoring late South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham with ceremonies in Washington and his home state. Political leaders shared tributes at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, and President Donald Trump is set to speak at the funeral service. A Senate race for Graham’s vacant seat includes candidates like Mark Sanford, Russell Fry, and Darline Graham.

The South Carolina Republican Party will host a U.S. Senate debate on August 3. Candidates include Mark Sanford, Darline Graham, Ralph Norman, Russell Fry, and Mark Lynch. The special Republican primary begins August 5 with Election Day on August 11.

Mark Sanford, former South Carolina governor and congressman, has joined the list of Republican candidates vying to replace the late Lindsey Graham in the U.S. Senate.

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.

Nancy Mace and Ralph Norman are considering Senate bids to replace the late senator in South Carolina despite President Trump's endorsement of Darline Graham Nordone. Trump urged Nordone, the sister of the late senator appointed by Governor Henry McMaster, to run, but other candidates like Russell Fry, Pamela Evette, and Mark Sanford are also in the mix.

Darline Graham is considering running for her brother's Senate seat in South Carolina. She was appointed to replace him after his death, with support from President Donald Trump. The primary for the seat is scheduled for August 11.

Mark Sanford has abandoned his political comeback efforts years after his scandal involving a disappearance to Argentina with his mistress. The incident, which resurfaced his past controversies, continues to impact his political career.

Mark Sanford, former South Carolina governor and congressman, has ended his House race to focus on a nonpartisan nonprofit addressing the national debt. He cited the need for grassroots pressure to combat the U.S. financial trajectory, noting his decision comes amid his family life and political history, including a 2009 scandal.

Mark Sanford, former South Carolina governor and Republican congressman, has withdrawn from his House race to launch a nonprofit focused on addressing the national debt. He cited the need for sustained grassroots efforts to tackle the country's financial issues and plans to prioritize family time with his first grandchild.

Mark Sanford, the Republican former governor of South Carolina and former congressman, ended his campaign for his old House seat on Thursday. He announced plans to launch a national nonprofit and grassroots movement focused on addressing the national debt.

Former Rep. Mark Sanford is launching a bid for South Carolina's first congressional district seat in a crowded Republican primary. His campaign focuses on national debt, despite his controversial past including a 2009 extramarital affair scandal and previous political setbacks.