Darline Graham and Ralph Norman Advance to South Carolina GOP Senate Runoff

1-Minute Brief

The outcome of the South Carolina GOP Senate runoff will determine the party's nominee for the seat previously held by Lindsey Graham.

Key Facts

• Senator Darline Graham was appointed to complete the Senate term of her late brother, Lindsey Graham.
• Ralph Norman, a congressman, advanced to the runoff after defeating Russell Fry and Mark San.
• The special Republican Senate primary in South Carolina was closely contested.
• Graham held a narrow lead in the polls going into the abbreviated special primary, according to The Guardian.
• The NRSC has encouraged Republicans to endorse Darline Graham.

What Happened

Senator Darline Graham and Congressman Ralph Norman will face each other in a runoff for the Republican nomination for South Carolina's U.S. Senate seat, following a closely contested special primary.

Why It Matters

This runoff will decide which Republican candidate will compete for the Senate seat formerly held by Lindsey Graham, potentially influencing the party's representation and legislative direction.

What's Next

Graham and Norman are scheduled to participate in a runoff debate in Newberry on August 18, with the winner becoming the Republican nominee for the special Senate election.