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Archived story · published October 9, 2026. Coverage reflects reporting at the time. See today's brief

Politics · October 9, 2026

Darline Graham debate make-or-break moment for Trump-backed nominee

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Sen. Darline Graham (R-SC) is facing an unexpectedly close Senate race against Democrat Annie Andrews, with polling averages showing a statistical tie. Graham, who was appointed to the seat following the death of her brother Lindsey Graham, faces her only general election debate on Sunday against Andrews and Libertarian Kasie Whitener. While Republican strategists cite historical polling inaccuracies in South Carolina to dismiss concerns, others point to Graham's lack of a long incumbency track record and previous debate struggles as potential vulnerabilities. Former President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his endorsement of Graham while using derogatory language to attack Andrews' positions.

Sen. Darline Graham (R-SC) is facing an unexpectedly close Senate race against Democrat Annie Andrews, with polling averages showing a statistical tie. Graham, who was appointed to the seat following the death of her brother Lindsey Graham, faces her only general election debate on Sunday against Andrews and Libertarian Kasie Whitener. While Republican strategists cite historical polling inaccuracies in South Carolina to dismiss concerns, others point to Graham's lack of a long incumbency track record and previous debate struggles as potential vulnerabilities. Former President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his endorsement of Graham while using derogatory language to attack Andrews' positions.