Will Darline Graham turn her family name, Trump's support into SC win?
South Carolina Sen. Darline Graham faces a special runoff election on Aug. 25 after an unusual path to office: Gov. Henry McMaster appointed her on July 13 to finish the term of her late brother Lindsey Graham, at President Donald Trump’s request. She must win over Republican voters despite being a political newcomer. Graham, 62, took the most support in the Aug. 11 special primary with about 33% of the vote; Rep. Ralph Norman advanced with just under 25%, as neither candidate won a majority. The contest also drew Rep. Russell Fry, Mark Sanford, and Mark Lynch. A debate gaffe centered on her saying she wasn’t “that informed” on national security, despite her brother’s hawkish record. Polling is limited, and analysts call it a toss-up, with Trump’s endorsement potentially remaining decisive.






