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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 10, 2026Miami-Dade

Ten Republicans compete in South Carolina special primary to replace late U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham

Ten Republican candidates are participating in a special primary election this Tuesday to determine who will appear on the general election ballot to fill the remainder of the late Senator Lindsey Graham's term. The field includes two current congressmen, a former governor, and the current appointed senator.

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Why It Matters

South Carolina voters will select a Republican nominee to fill a vacant U.S. Senate seat, which will determine the candidate representing the party in the upcoming general election.

Key Facts

  • Ten Republican candidates are competing in the special primary.
  • The election is scheduled for Tuesday.
  • The purpose of the election is to select a candidate for the general election ballot.
  • The seat was previously held by the late U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham.
  • The current appointed senator, who is also Graham's sister, is among the candidates.
  • The candidate field includes two congressmen and a former governor.

Who's Mentioned

locationSouth Carolina“State where the election is taking place.”personRussell Fry“U.S. Representative and primary candidate.”personMark Sanford“Former Governor and primary candidate.”personDarline Graham“Appointed U.S. Senator and candidate for the nomination.”personMark Lynch“Business owner and primary candidate.”personRalph Norman“U.S. Representative and primary candidate.”personNancy Mace“U.S. Representative.”personHenry McMaster“Governor of South Carolina who appointed Darline Graham.”locationGreenville County“Most populous county in South Carolina.”personAnnie Andrews“Democratic nominee for the U.S. Senate seat.”personLindsey Graham“Late U.S. Senator whose death created the vacancy.”personDonald Trump“President who endorsed Darline Graham.”