Trump campaigns with Darline Graham in South Carolina ahead of runoff
Summary
President Donald Trump campaigned with Senator Darline Graham in South Carolina ahead of a runoff election to fill the late Senator Lindsey Graham's seat. Despite some concerns about her knowledge of foreign policy, Darline Graham received President Trump’s endorsement and emphasized focusing on domestic issues.Key Facts
- President Trump campaigned for Republican Sen. Darline Graham in South Carolina before a special primary runoff.
- The runoff will decide who replaces the late Senator Lindsey Graham on the November ballot.
- Darline Graham did not get more than 50% of votes in the crowded primary, so a runoff is required.
- President Trump said he supports Graham and asked voters to "pretend" he is on the ballot to encourage turnout.
- Darline Graham was appointed to finish her late brother’s term after he passed away in July.
- Graham admitted she is not very informed on national security issues like Taiwan and the South China Sea.
- President Trump defended her honesty and intelligence despite her admission.
- Other Republican leaders also spoke at the rally, including Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso and Senators Tim Scott and Representative Russell Fry.
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