Following the death of Senator Lindsey Graham, a competitive Republican primary is forming in South Carolina to determine his successor for the November ballot. The field of candidates includes former Representative Mark Sanford, who announced his bid citing concerns over national debt, and state Senator Darline Graham Nordone, the late senator’s sister. President Trump has officially endorsed Nordone, providing her with significant momentum ahead of the filing period.
Despite the presidential endorsement of Nordone, Representatives Nancy Mace and Ralph Norman are still considering entering the race. Should either representative choose to run, it could lead to a contested special primary scheduled for August 11. The outcome of this process will decide the Republican nominee for the seat in the upcoming general election.
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