A new campaign video has been released by U.S. Sen. Darline Graham, who recently took office after the passing of her brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham. In the video, she describes herself as a "conservative Republican" and expresses her readiness to serve the people of South Carolina. Graham also acknowledges the endorsement of President Trump, stating that she will work hard to earn it. Her campaign is focused on key issues, including the value of every life, the importance of maintaining separate sports teams for men and women, and ensuring that only American citizens participate in elections.
The release of the campaign video follows the funeral services held for Sen. Lindsey Graham in Washington, D.C. and South Carolina. A private family burial took place in Pickens County, South Carolina, after the service on Wednesday. As Sen. Darline Graham runs for a full six-year Senate term, she faces a tight election schedule, with the South Carolina GOP U.S. Senate primary just around the corner on August 11. Early voting is set to begin on August 5, and Graham has urged her supporters to cast their votes for her on August 11.
Sen. Darline Graham's appointment to fill the remainder of her brother's Senate term was announced by South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster, and she was sworn in the following day. President Trump had previously encouraged Graham to run in the upcoming special Republican U.S. Senate primary contest, offering his full endorsement and stating that she would "never let you down." Graham has accepted the challenge and is now running to represent South Carolina in the United States Senate, aiming to carry on her brother's legacy and work tirelessly on behalf of the people of South Carolina.
The GOP primary is expected to be highly competitive, with several candidates vying for the seat, including U.S. Reps. Ralph Norman and Russell Fry, former Gov. Mark Sanford, and businessman Mark Lynch. Lynch had previously challenged Sen. Lindsey Graham in the June primary but lost to the late senator. As the election approaches, Sen. Darline Graham will need to garner significant support to secure the nomination and ultimately win the Senate seat.
