Graham, and Trump, Triumph: Six Takeaways From South Carolina’s Senate Runoff
- Posted on August 26, 2026
- South Carolina
- By The New York Times
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In South Carolina's Senate primary runoff, President Trump's endorsement proved decisive for Senator Lindsey Graham's victory, extending the former president's perfect record in Republican Senate contests this election cycle. The results underscore Trump's substantial influence over the GOP base and conservative voters during primary competitions. Graham's triumph demonstrates the continued significance of presidential backing in determining outcomes within Republican primaries across key battleground states.
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Graham, and Trump, Triumph: Six Takeaways From South Carolina’s Senate Runoff
President Trump went all in for Senator Darline Graham in a primary runoff on Tuesday. It worked, preserving his undefeated streak in Republican Senate primaries this year. continue reading...
