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Trump Backs Sister; Norman Leads Graham Senate Primary

8/2/2026

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A Republican primary on Aug. 11 to select Sen. Lindsey Graham’s successor has President Donald Trump endorsing his sister Darline Graham.
Rep. Ralph Norman (R-S.C.) leads with 22% over Graham’s 19% in an Emerson poll, while Rep. Russell Fry also runs.
If Fry wins, his House seat will trigger a 2027 special election cutting the Republican Party (GOP) majority to 217-213.
The Republican nominee will face Democrat Annie Andrews on Nov. 3.

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Story summary

A Republican primary on Aug. 11 to select Sen. Lindsey Graham’s successor has President Donald Trump endorsing his sister Darline Graham.
Rep. Ralph Norman (R-S.C.) leads with 22% over Graham’s 19% in an Emerson poll, while Rep. Russell Fry also runs.
If Fry wins, his House seat will trigger a 2027 special election cutting the Republican Party (GOP) majority to 217-213.
The Republican nominee will face Democrat Annie Andrews on Nov. 3.