Annie Andrews Chances of Beating Darline Graham
Summary
Democrat Annie Andrews is running for the U.S. Senate seat in South Carolina after the death of Republican Senator Lindsey Graham. Lindsey Graham's sister, Senator Darline Graham, was appointed as a temporary replacement and announced she will run for a full term with President Donald Trump's support.Key Facts
- Lindsey Graham, a longtime Republican senator, died on July 11, 2024.
- Governor Henry McMaster appointed Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham's sister, as a temporary senator.
- Darline Graham announced she will seek a full six-year Senate term, backed by President Donald Trump.
- This created an open seat, leading to a Republican special primary on August 11, with a possible runoff on August 25.
- Annie Andrews, a Democrat, believes the Republican scramble helps her build support among independents and moderate voters.
- South Carolina has not elected a Democratic senator since 1998 and generally favors Republicans.
- Polls and political experts say the state remains strongly Republican, making it likely that the GOP will keep the seat.
- The outcome of the Republican primary may have a major impact on Andrews’ chances in the general election.
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