Annie Andrews vs. Darline Graham—First Independent Poll Gives Race Update
Summary
Republican Senator Darline Graham leads Democrat Annie Andrews by 13 points in the first independent poll for South Carolina’s U.S. Senate race. Graham was appointed to the seat after her brother, former Senator Lindsey Graham, died and has President Donald Trump’s endorsement.Key Facts
- Darline Graham holds a 55% to 42% lead over Annie Andrews in a recent independent poll by Abacus Data.
- The poll surveyed 500 South Carolina voters from August 26-28 and is nonpartisan.
- Andrews previously led in some Democratic-sponsored polls but currently trails according to this independent survey.
- Lindsey Graham, an experienced senator, died on July 11, and Darline Graham was appointed to fill his seat.
- President Donald Trump endorsed Darline Graham in her race for a full Senate term.
- Democrats see potential to make South Carolina more competitive in the 2026 midterms despite its Republican leaning.
- Republican Representative Ralph Norman criticized Trump for supporting Graham, saying it may hurt other GOP candidates.
- Annie Andrews has called for a debate with Darline Graham, but Graham has not confirmed participation.
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