South Carolina Republicans line up to run in special primary to replace late Sen. Lindsey Graham
Summary
South Carolina is holding a special Republican primary on August 11 to choose a candidate to replace the late Senator Lindsey Graham. His sister, Darline Graham, was appointed as a temporary senator and is running in the primary along with at least nine other Republicans.Key Facts
- Senator Lindsey Graham passed away suddenly at age 71 earlier this month.
- Darline Graham, Lindsey’s sister, was appointed by Governor Henry McMaster to serve temporarily until January.
- At least 10 Republicans filed paperwork to run in the August 11 special primary.
- If no candidate gets more than half the votes, a runoff election will take place on August 25.
- Lindsey Graham had just won his June primary and was expected to seek a fifth term.
- No Democrat has won a statewide office in South Carolina for 20 years.
- Darline Graham is not well known politically but has been closely involved in her brother’s campaigns.
- President Donald Trump endorsed Darline Graham before she announced her run.
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