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Graham Wins Runoff After Attacking Government Healthcare Doctor

8/27/2026

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Sen. Darline Graham (R-SC) attacked Dr. Annie Andrews over government-run healthcare at a South Carolina rally.
Graham won the runoff for Lindsey Graham’s seat and received President Donald Trump’s endorsement.
Protect Our Care reported 235,000 lost coverage, premiums doubled for 587,000, and 14 facilities face closure.
Journalist Ahmed Baba said Graham’s remarks implied sick people must keep working.

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Sen. Darline Graham (R-SC) attacked Dr. Annie Andrews over government-run healthcare at a South Carolina rally.
Graham won the runoff for Lindsey Graham’s seat and received President Donald Trump’s endorsement.
Protect Our Care reported 235,000 lost coverage, premiums doubled for 587,000, and 14 facilities face closure.
Journalist Ahmed Baba said Graham’s remarks implied sick people must keep working.