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Darline Graham, Ralph Norman go head-to-head in South Carolina's GOP Senate runoff

Darline Graham, Ralph Norman go head-to-head in South Carolina's GOP Senate runoff

Summary

Sen. Darline Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman are competing in a special Republican primary runoff in South Carolina to fill the Senate seat left vacant by Lindsey Graham’s recent death. President Donald Trump has endorsed Darline Graham and has actively supported her campaign ahead of the runoff vote.

Key Facts

  • The runoff is to replace the late Senator Lindsey Graham from South Carolina.
  • It is a special Republican primary runoff held after an August 11 primary.
  • Darline Graham is a political newcomer serving as interim senator after her brother’s death.
  • Ralph Norman has nearly 20 years of experience in state and federal elected offices.
  • Norman ran unsuccessfully for governor earlier this year.
  • President Donald Trump endorsed Darline Graham before she officially entered the race.
  • Trump campaigned for Darline Graham in South Carolina in the days before the runoff.
  • Trump held a tele-rally with Darline Graham on the day before the runoff.
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