Trump's Slur and $5M Rescue Highlight GOP Panic in South Carolina Senate Race
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.