Nordone to launch bid for Graham's Senate seat
Summary
Senator Darline Graham Nordone announced she will run in the Republican race to fill her late brother Lindsey Graham's Senate seat in South Carolina. President Donald Trump has given her his endorsement, and the special election primary will be held on August 11.Key Facts
- Nordone was appointed by South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster to temporarily fill the Senate seat after Lindsey Graham's death.
- She has never held public office before and previously worked helping people with disabilities find jobs.
- President Trump endorsed Nordone last week, which supports her campaign.
- The filing period for candidates closes on July 28.
- Other Republicans joining the race include Representatives Ralph Norman and Russell Fry.
- Representative Nancy Mace decided not to run after considering a bid.
- The Republican primary winner will face Democrat Annie Andrews in the November general election.
- The winner of the November election will serve a full six-year Senate term.
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