Darline Graham, appointed to finish her brother Lindsey Graham’s Senate term following his death earlier this month, announced Monday she will run for a full six-year term in the seat. Her decision enters her into next month’s Republican special primary. She received an endorsement from former President Donald Trump prior to making her announcement.
The entrance of Darline Graham into the race complicates what was already described as a rushed process to select a new Senate nominee, according to PBS Newshour. She was appointed by South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster last week to complete her brother’s current term.
Newsmax reported that Senator Graham announced her intention to seek a full term on Monday. No right-leaning sources beyond Newsmax covered the story, while left and lean-left outlets such as PBS Newshour and ABC News also reported on her candidacy.
The decision comes after former President Trump endorsed Darline Graham days prior, according to Newsmax. The timing of her announcement suggests a coordinated effort with the former president, though sources do not explicitly state this connection.
With Darline Graham now officially in the race, Republican primary voters will decide who will represent South Carolina in the Senate for the next six years.
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