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Republican incumbent Darline Graham avoided major blunders in her first general election debate against Democrat Annie Andrews but skipped post-debate press availability. Andrews, a pediatrician, attacked Graham as unqualified, while Graham labeled Andrews a 'radical liberal.' The race in traditionally red South Carolina remains statistically tied, with national GOP spending $5 million to support Graham.
Republican incumbent Darline Graham and Democrat Annie Andrews traded sharp attacks in their only general election debate, focusing on the Iran war, AI data centers, and personal qualifications. The race, which has tightened unexpectedly, is poised to elect South Carolina's first female senator.
Incumbent Sen. Darline Graham faces Democratic challenger Annie Andrews in South Carolina's only general election debate on Sunday, Oct. 11, as polls show a statistical tie in the traditionally red state. National Republicans have injected $5 million into the race to support Graham, who struggled in a primary debate, while Trump has personally campaigned for her despite a controversial slur against Andrews. Early voting begins Oct. 19.
President Trump’s use of an anti-transgender slur against Democratic Senate candidate Annie Andrews has triggered a defensive response from the Republican establishment. The Senate Leadership Fund is injecting $5 million into the South Carolina race to support incumbent Darline Graham, whom polls show trailing Andrews in a statistical tie. Former Governor David Beasley condemned the president’s rhetoric, while Democratic operatives argue the slur signals GOP panic in a state where voters are increasingly focused on cost-of-living issues rather than culture wars.
The Senate Leadership Fund is spending $5 million to support Republican Sen. Darline Graham in South Carolina, a move described as an 'insurance policy' amid tightening polls. This defensive spending follows President Trump's use of an anti-transgender slur against Democratic challenger Annie Andrews, who is outspending her opponent and maintaining a statistical tie in recent surveys.
President Trump used an anti-transgender slur against Democratic Senate candidate Annie Andrews on Oct. 5, 2026, as Republican Sen. Darline Graham faces a tight race in South Carolina. The controversy coincides with a reported $5 million injection from the Senate Leadership Fund to support Graham, signaling national Republican anxiety. Polls show a statistical tie, and Graham’s campaign struggles with fundraising and public visibility despite Trump’s endorsement.
The Senate Leadership Fund is spending $5 million to support Republican nominee Darline Graham in South Carolina, a state previously considered safe for Republicans. Polls show a statistical tie with Democratic challenger Annie Andrews, prompting national Republican leaders to intervene. Trump has personally campaigned for Graham, using a slur against Andrews, while Democrats reallocate resources to other swing states.
President Trump used an anti-transgender slur to attack Democratic Senate candidate Annie Andrews in South Carolina, urging voters to reject her. Andrews, a pediatrician who is not transgender, responded by focusing on cost-of-living issues rather than the insult. The Human Rights Campaign and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer condemned the remarks, while former Governor David Beasley criticized the president's approach.
The Cook Political Report reclassified South Carolina’s U.S. Senate race from 'solid Republican' to 'likely Republican' on September 23, 2026. Incumbent Darline Graham remains the favorite but faces a tightening contest against Democrat Annie Andrews amid national anti-incumbent sentiment.
Darline Graham won the South Carolina Republican primary to replace her late brother, Lindsey Graham, but a new poll shows her trailing Democratic opponent Annie Andrews. While Trump backed her campaign, her lack of experience and a narrow primary victory have raised doubts about her chances in the November general election.
Abacus Data shows Darline Graham leading Annie Andrews in the SC U.S. Senate race by 55% to 42%, while an earlier Impact Research poll had Andrews up by 3 points (42% to 39%). Forecasters largely still peg the race as Republican-leaning, with prediction markets favoring Graham as Democrats push fundraising and debate pressure in the run-up to the 2026 midterms.
South Carolina is holding a special Republican primary to decide who will finish Lindsey Graham’s term in the U.S. Senate after his death, with Darline Graham leading a crowded field. The winner will face Democrat Annie Andrews in November. Gov. Henry McMaster appointed Darline to fill the seat, and a Trump endorsement could boost her bid, while other notable contenders include Ralph Norman, Russell Fry, and Mark Sanford. Polls show Darline ahead as voting runs 7am–7pm ET.