Sen. Darline Graham admits in debate: ‘National security is not my thing’
The candidates sparred over experience, spending and foreign policy as Graham faced criticism for saying national security is not her area of expertise.
- 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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National security question trips up Sen. Darline Graham in South Carolina debate
Sen. Darline Graham, running in South Carolina's runoff election, stumbled over a foreign policy question during a debate Tuesday night.
South Carolina GOP Senate Runoff Debate Was Uncomfortable for Darline Graham
I’m sure she is a very nice person. Mrs Graham likely has all the best intents and inclinations. However, unfortunately I have strong reservations that Republicans can hold that South Carolina senate seat if Darline Graham goes into a general election against a Democrat candidate. The special election debate between Darline Graham and Ralph Norman […] The post South Carolina GOP Senate Runoff Debate Was Uncomfortable for Darline Graham appeare…
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.
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