AP Decision Notes: What to expect in South Carolina’s special primary to replace Sen. Lindsey Graham
Summary
Ten Republicans are running in a special primary in South Carolina to replace the late Senator Lindsey Graham on the November ballot. His sister, Senator Darline Graham, who was appointed to fill his seat temporarily, has President Donald Trump's endorsement as the Republican nominee for the general election.Key Facts
- Senator Lindsey Graham passed away unexpectedly on July 11 due to an aortic tear.
- Graham had won the June 9 Republican primary for renomination before his death.
- Senator Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham’s sister, was appointed to serve the remainder of his term.
- Ten Republican candidates, including two congressmen and a former governor, are competing in the special primary.
- If no candidate wins more than half of the votes, the top two will compete in a runoff election on August 25.
- Republican Governor Henry McMaster appointed Darline Graham to fill the vacant seat.
- Donald Trump has endorsed Senator Darline Graham for the general election.
- The special primary winner will face Democrat Annie Andrews, a Charleston pediatrician, in November.
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