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Lindsey Graham's Sister, Ralph Norman Lead South Carolina Senate Poll

Lindsey Graham's Sister, Ralph Norman Lead South Carolina Senate Poll

Summary

Interim Senator Darline Graham and Representative Ralph Norman are leading in the Republican primary for South Carolina’s Senate seat, with no clear majority. The special election follows the death of Senator Lindsey Graham, and President Donald Trump has endorsed Darline Graham.

Key Facts

  • The poll was conducted on July 21 with 600 likely Republican primary voters.
  • Darline Graham leads with 20.8 percent support; Ralph Norman follows with 16.9 percent.
  • No candidate has a majority, making a runoff likely on August 25.
  • Lindsey Graham died on July 11, and his sister Darline was appointed to fill his seat temporarily.
  • President Trump endorsed Darline Graham on July 17.
  • Ralph Norman is a strong runner-up with good favorability and is also a Trump supporter.
  • Other candidates include Pamela Evette, Russell Fry, Mark Lynch, Mark Sanford, Nancy Mace, and Duke Buckner.
  • Prominent Republicans are divided in endorsements, with some supporting Graham and others backing Norman.
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