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Paul Dans Exits Race, Endorses Lynch Amid Trump Criticism

4/13/2026

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Dans Withdraws, Endorses Lynch

Paul Dans ended his Republican primary challenge to U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, withdrawing before the June 9 deadline.
Dans endorsed Mark Lynch, another Republican candidate.
U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Lynch, calling him a potential "DISASTER" for the party.
Graham seeks a fifth term and has strong support from state Republicans, including Sen. Tim Scott and Gov. Henry McMaster.

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Trump Endorses Graham

U.S. President Donald Trump endorsed Senator Lindsey Graham and called his opponent Mark Lynch a 'disaster' for the Republican Party.
Trump praised Graham's legislative achievements and urged South Carolina voters to support him.
Graham has participated in discussions on Iran, using intelligence from foreign officials, including Israeli leaders.
Reports say Graham is shaping U.S. military strategy in the Middle East, returning from a Gulf states trip with messages urging action.

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Dans Withdraws, Endorses Lynch

Paul Dans ended his Republican primary challenge to U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, withdrawing before the June 9 deadline.
Dans endorsed Mark Lynch, another Republican candidate.
U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Lynch, calling him a potential "DISASTER" for the party.
Graham seeks a fifth term and has strong support from state Republicans, including Sen. Tim Scott and Gov. Henry McMaster.

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