Sen. Darline Graham admits in debate: ‘National security is not my thing’
The candidates sparred over experience and campaign money as they seek the Republican nomination after no one won a majority in the special primary.
- During Tuesday's televised debate in Newberry, South Carolina, Republican Senator Darline Graham and Rep Ralph Norman clashed over experience and policy, competing in a runoff one week before voters choose a nominee to face Democrat Annie Andrews.
- Following the sudden death of Sen Lindsey Graham, Darline Graham was appointed to the seat by Governor Henry McMaster. She secured President Donald Trump's endorsement, though neither candidate reached a majority in the Aug 11 special primary.
- When asked about Taiwan during the debate, Graham declined to answer, stating national security is "not my thing" and she is "not that informed." Norman criticized her response, emphasizing his own domestic focus.
- Republican voters return to the polls on Aug 25 to decide the nominee for the general election. The winner faces Democrat Annie Andrews to secure a full term in the Senate seat currently held by Graham.
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Sen. Darline Graham, at debate: ‘National security is not my thing’
Sen. Darline Graham (R-SC) said at the final GOP primary debate to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC), one of Congress’ most engaged members on foreign policy, that she is “not that informed on national security.” Graham made the comments after being asked at Tuesday’s debate, which was hosted by Newsmax and South Carolina...
Darline Graham defends her résumé in South Carolina debate after saying ‘national security is not my thing’
The appointed senator and her GOP primary opponent, Rep. Ralph Norman, traded criticism a week ahead of the primary runoff following Lindsey Graham’s death.
Senator Darline Graham Implodes During Senate Debate: ‘I’m Not That Informed on National Security’
Sen. Darline Graham (R-SC) announced in a televised debate on Tuesday night that she is “not that informed on national security” issues. Graham, who is the sister of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham and has received President Donald Trump’s endorsement, is vying for the GOP nomination in South Carolina against Rep. Ralph Norman after neither candidate notched a majority of the vote necessary to avoid a runoff on Aug. 25. Graham was appointed by Gove…
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