Sen. Darline Graham wins the Republican Senate primary runoff in South Carolina
Trump-backed Darline Graham won with about 52.5% of the vote and will face Democrat Annie Andrews in the November election.
- On Tuesday, August 25, 2026, South Carolina voters chose Senator Darline Graham as the Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate. Graham defeated Representative Ralph Norman with 52.4% of the vote, advancing to the November 3 general election against Democrat Annie Andrews.
- Governor Henry McMaster appointed Graham to the seat in July following the unexpected death of her brother, the late Senator Lindsey Graham. She then sought a full term, backed by President Donald Trump's swift endorsement and campaign support.
- During the campaign, Graham faced criticism for her debate performance, where she admitted, "I'm not that informed on national security." Her campaign benefited from over $827,000 in spending by the pro-Trump super PAC MAGA Inc., helping her overcome Representative Norman's legislative experience.
- Representative Ralph Norman conceded Tuesday, pledging, "I will support the Republican. I will not support a Democrat." Norman, who had endorsed Nikki Haley over Trump in 2024, faced significant financial disadvantage from Trump-aligned groups throughout the runoff.
- Graham enters the November 3 general election as heavy favorite against Charleston pediatrician Annie Andrews for a full six-year term. South Carolina has not elected a Democrat to the U.S. Senate since 1998, positioning Republicans to retain the seat.
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Darline Graham wins Republican primary runoff for U.S. Senate
Darline Graham secured her position on the general election ballot for U.S. Senate, winning the Republican primary runoff with 52.45% of the vote against U.S. Rep. Ralph Norman’s 47.55%. In total, Graham received 193,396 votes, while Norman garnered 175,327 votes. “I’m honored to carry my brother’s legacy forward and ready to fight for South Carolina,” said Graham after her victory, emphasizing her commitment to the values that her brother repr…
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