South Carolina Republicans Vie for Senate Seat in Special Primary
South Carolina Republicans are holding a special primary election to select a replacement for the late Senator Lindsey Graham, who recently passed away. Darline Graham, the senator's sister and an interim appointee, is running alongside other prominent Republicans, including two…
Philadelphia, PA, August 11, 2026 —
South Carolina Republicans are participating in a special primary election to choose a successor for the late Senator Lindsey Graham. The election follows Graham’s recent passing.
Among the notable candidates vying for the Republican nomination is Darline Graham, the senator’s sister, who has been appointed to an interim position. She is competing against other prominent state Republicans. These include two current members of the U.S. House of Representatives and former Governor Mark Sanford.
The political contest is operating under a condensed schedule. This accelerated timeline is a consequence of South Carolina state law governing special elections. Candidates are actively campaigning during a period of mourning for the late senator.
Further details regarding the specific timeline for the primary election, including the dates for early voting and the primary day itself, were not provided in the summary. The names of the two U.S. House members running were also not specified.
Story summarized from the original created by MEG KINNARD on www.inquirer.com, see more information here.
