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Trump Endorses Graham for Senate, Scrambling South Carolina Primary

Jul 18, 2026Center Left

Senator Darline Graham had been seen as a caretaker for her brother’s seat after his sudden death. Now she has the president’s nod in what was shaping up to be a crowded fight to succeed Lindsey Graham.

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