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Darline Graham Says She Wasn’t Briefed on National Security

8/24/2026

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Center

Graham Faces Scrutiny

South Carolina Republican Darline Graham, appointed to the Senate, said she is not informed on national security during an Aug 18 GOP debate.
Sen. Tim Scott waited weeks before endorsing Graham, saying he needed to confirm she was ready and she will win.
Graham led the Aug 11 Republican primary with 33% of the vote, advancing to Aug 25 runoff.
President Donald Trump said Graham puts America first, praised her on security, urged support.

Left

Graham Under Fire

Darline Graham, South Carolina Republican, debated on August 18, saying she was not informed on national security.
Coverage warns her inexperience may endanger public safety and weaken Senate oversight.
Sen. Tim Scott said on Meet the Press he trusts Graham’s qualifications for the Senate.
President Donald Trump endorsed Graham at a rally, calling her honest while she seeks a full term after her appointment to replace brother Lindsey Graham.

Blindspot

Blindspot

Darline Graham placed first in the August 11 special Republican primary, earning about 33 % of the vote and advancing to a runoff election.
Within this story's sources, this election-result detail appears mainly in Center-leaning coverage and receives less attention in Left-leaning coverage.

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Graham Faces Scrutiny

South Carolina Republican Darline Graham, appointed to the Senate, said she is not informed on national security during an Aug 18 GOP debate.
Sen. Tim Scott waited weeks before endorsing Graham, saying he needed to confirm she was ready and she will win.
Graham led the Aug 11 Republican primary with 33% of the vote, advancing to Aug 25 runoff.
President Donald Trump said Graham puts America first, praised her on security, urged support.

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