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Graham says national security ‘not my thing’ but vows to back Trump’s defense agenda

Aug 19, 2026Center Right

Sen. Darline Graham Nordone (R-SC) said national security is not her forte but staunchly defended President Donald Trump‘s defense agenda, echoing many of the opinions expressed by her late brother as she seeks to take over his long-held seat. Graham took the debate stage in Newberry, South Carolina, with her opponent, Rep. Ralph Norman (R-SC),…

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