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politics-and-policy3 hours ago•2 min saved

Trump-Backed Darline Graham Captures SC Senate Runoff

Trump-endorsed Darline Graham won South Carolina's Republican Senate runoff to fill the vacancy created by her late brother Lindsey Graham, positioning her to win a full term in November against Democrat Annie Andrews. The win underscores Trump’s sway with GOP voters and followed heavy ad spending from both sides; her challenger Ralph Norman framed himself as a proven conservative, while Graham faced questions on foreign policy after a runoff debate.

via Axios|

#donald-trump #elections #politics-and-policy

politics4 hours ago•5 min saved

Mazzei clinches Oklahoma GOP runoff as 844 fails and 846 passes

In Oklahoma's primary runoff, Mike Mazzei defeats Gentner Drummond to win the Republican gubernatorial nomination and will face Democrat Cyndi Munson in November; Robert Franklin wins the Republican State Superintendent runoff; State Questions 844 fails and 846 passes, with results still rolling in across counties.

via KOCO|

#gubernatorial #mazzei #oklahoma

politics1 day ago•6 min saved

Trump’s SC Runoff Rally Fails to Seal Graham Support Amid Foreign-Policy Doubts

In South Carolina’s GOP runoff, some Trump supporters aren’t convinced by Darline Graham after a debate moment on foreign policy, signaling limits to Trump’s sway. The piece also notes a broader GOP–Democratic recalibration on data-center development as a political issue, with candidates nationwide proposing tighter regulation or moratoriums while Trump touts the industry’s AI-powered growth.

via NBC News|

#data-centers #graham #politics

politics1 day ago•3 min saved

MAGA Inc. backs SC runoff hopeful Darline Graham with $827K push

Trump’s MAGA Inc. spent over $827,000 on voter calls and texts to bolster SC Senate hopeful Darline Graham ahead of a GOP runoff against Rep. Ralph Norman, marking the PAC’s first major expenditure for a candidate this year and underscoring Trump’s continued focus on primary races.

via Politico|

#darline-graham #maga-inc #politics

politics11 days ago•6 min saved

Fry backs Darline Graham in SC Senate runoff, shifting endorsements

U.S. Rep. Russell Fry endorsed Sen. Darline Graham for a full term in the U.S. Senate, aiming to mobilize coastal conservatives in the Aug. 25 SC GOP runoff against Rep. Ralph Norman. Graham’s backers include Tim Scott and Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, while Norman is backed by Nikki Haley and several senators, signaling a high-stakes battle for endorsements. The piece also touches on broader national political updates, including Debbie Wasserman Schultz’s Florida race and CBC dynamics, as part of the day’s political digest.

via Politico|

#darline-graham #endorsements #politics

politics14 days ago•1 min saved

South Carolina GOP Senate Runoff Bets on Trump’s Influence

No Republican won a majority in South Carolina’s Senate primary, pushing Graham and Norman into a runoff as they seek to consolidate support from eliminated candidates; the contest also tests Donald Trump’s sway over the GOP electorate, with the winner expected to face Democrat Annie Andrews in November in a state that hasn’t elected a Democrat to the U.S. Senate since 1998.

via Axios|

#gop #politics #runoff

politics14 days ago•409 min saved

Darline Graham Takes Early Lead in South Carolina's 2026 Senate Special Primary

NBC News’ live update shows South Carolina’s 2026 Senate special primary led by Darline Graham with 32.7% of the vote (99% counted), followed by Ralph Norman at 24.6% and Russell Fry at 19.6%; with no candidate yet clearing a majority, a runoff is possible and the eventual nominee will face Democrat Annie Andrews in November. The race was triggered by the July death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, per the article.

via NBC News|

#politics #primary #results

politics15 days ago•9 min saved

SC Senate race tests Trump influence with no clear frontrunner to replace Graham

South Carolina’s special Senate primary to replace Lindsey Graham features four GOP contenders and no obvious Trump-backed frontrunner, as endorsements shift and Trump’s involvement remains uncertain. Darline Graham, Russell Fry, Ralph Norman, and Mark Sanford all align with many Trump policies, but have varied voting records and histories with the former president; a runoff seems likely since none may hit 50% on Tuesday, with turnout expected to be low among core GOP voters. Trump plans a tele-rally, but a dual endorsement in the runoff is not guaranteed.

via The Washington Post|

#elections #endorsements #politics

politics28 days ago•378 min saved

Georgia special-election runoff set as Scott’s seat narrows to two Democrats

Marcye Scott, the late Rep. David Scott’s daughter, and Everton Blair advanced to a runoff in Georgia’s 13th District to fill the remainder of Scott’s term after his death, in a five-candidate special primary that did not produce a majority winner (about 80% of votes counted: Scott ~47%, Blair ~37%). Jasmine Clark won the Democratic primary for the district’s January term, while the runoff will determine who holds the seat for the rest of 2026 in a solid blue metro Atlanta district.

via NBC News|

#david-scott #democrats #elections

politics-and-government2 months ago•12 min saved

Wilson clinches SC GOP governor nomination in decisive runoff

Alan Wilson won South Carolina’s Republican runoff for governor, defeating Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette 218,321 to 100,123 votes and advancing to face Democrat Jermaine Johnson in the general election. The race featured late Trump endorsement dynamics (a dual endorsement with Wilson after initially backing Evette) and strong backing from Tim Scott, while Evette built support in Myrtle Beach but fell short overall. Wilson ran a steady campaign with running mate Mike Reichenbach and emphasized affordability, safety, and government accountability, while Evette highlighted outside business experience and regional support. Significantly, the contest surfaced issues like road conditions, crime, and a 2023 pay raise controversy surrounding Wilson.)

via The State|

#elections #endorsements #gop

politics2 months ago•30 min saved

SC Runoffs: Wilson Wins Governor, Stumbo Edges Goldfinch in AG Race

South Carolina’s 2026 runoff produced clear GOP wins in the top statewide races: Alan Wilson defeated Pamela Evette 64.8% to 35.2% in the Governor runoff (about 90,000 votes reported), while David Stumbo beat Stephen Goldfinch 53.9% to 46.1% for Attorney General (roughly 88,000 votes). U.S. House runoffs in Districts 1 and 2 showed close margins—Democrats Lacore leading Deford 51–49 in District 1, Republicans Honeycutt leading Smith 51–49 in District 1, and Democrat Khalifa leading Robinson 52–48 in District 2—with results still being tallied.

via The New York Times|

#attorney-general #elections #governor

world2 months ago•192 min saved

Trump-backed 'Tiger' Leads Colombia Runoff, Hinting at a Rightward Shift

Colombia moves toward a presidential runoff between far-right outsider Abelardo de la Espriella, backed by Donald Trump, and leftist Iván Cepeda of the Historic Pact. De la Espriella led the first round with about 43.7% of votes, Cepeda just under 41%, forcing a June runoff. The campaign centers on security, crime, and governance, with de la Espriella advocating a hardline, “Plan Colombia 2.0”-style approach and Cepeda pushing negotiations and a continued social agenda. The result could reshape U.S.-Colombia ties and reflect a broader political shift amid concerns about violence, health reform, and regional geopolitics.

via CNN|

#abelardo-de-la-espriella #colombia #elections

politics2 months ago•2 min saved

Collins clinches Georgia GOP runoff, to face Ossoff in November

Republican Rep. Mike Collins defeated Derek Dooley in Georgia's GOP Senate runoff with about 55% of the vote and will face Democrat Jon Ossoff in November; the AP called the race as results reached roughly half counted and Dooley conceded. Collins ran as a Trump-aligned candidate focused on immigration enforcement, while Ossoff has far outraised him, making the Georgia race a key test for the future of the GOP.

via Axios|

#georgia #politics #runoff

politics2 months ago•15 min saved

Georgia runoff tests GOP loyalties as alliances emerge

As Georgia’s gubernatorial runoff approaches, Republican divisions surface and unusual alliances form: Rick Jackson campaigns with Ted Cruz while Burt Jones seeks other endorsements, with GOP figures like Mike Collins and Gov. Brian Kemp also involved in the surrounding campaign landscape.

via AP News|

#burt-jones #georgia #gop

politics2 months ago•186 min saved

Trump backs Collins in Georgia’s high-stakes Senate runoff

President Donald Trump endorsed Rep. Mike Collins for Georgia’s Republican Senate runoff against Derek Dooley, boosting Collins as he aims to face Democrat Jon Ossoff in November. Collins led Dooley by double digits in the primary, and the race could determine Senate control; Trump’s endorsement comes as Kemp backs Dooley, highlighting a high-stakes contest where Collins could benefit from the president’s backing and Dooley’s campaign faces scrutiny over voting history and alignment with Trump’s circle.

via CNN|

#georgia #mike-collins #politics