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Nancy Mace Rules Out South Carolina Senate Bid as Lindsey Graham's Sister Enters Race

Trump’s endorsement quickly drew the appointed senator into a crowded Republican primary that will decide who finishes her brother’s term.

  • Rep Nancy Mace announced on Monday she will not run for the Senate, while Darline Graham, sister of the late Sen Lindsey Graham, declared her candidacy for a full term.
  • The special election stems from Sen Lindsey Graham's death on July 11. Officials scheduled a special Republican primary for Aug 11 to determine the nominee against Democrat Dr. Annie Andrews.
  • President Donald Trump endorsed Graham on Truth Social, writing, "This would be a fabulous tribute to Lindsey, who loved her dearly." Graham faces competitors including Mark Lynch, Ralph Norman, and Russell Fry.
  • Candidate filing for the Aug 11 special Republican primary opens tomorrow through July 28. Graham, a Lexington resident, emphasized her values, stating, "I have my own way of doing things."
  • Appointed by Gov Henry McMaster, Graham previously served as commissioner of the South Carolina Commission for the Blind. Her appointed term expires in January 2027, prompting this campaign for a full Senate term.
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