Trump rides to rescue of handpicked Senate candidate days before make-or-break runoff IN FULL The Independent UK · Aug 21
Trump goes all-in for Lindsey Graham’s sister after her stunning national security blunder Voters across the state will decide Tuesday whether Graham or Rep. Ralph Norman secures the Republican nomination on the ballot this November The Independent UK · Aug 21
Darline Graham’s inherited Senate seat revives the ‘widow’s mandate’ with a sibling twist South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster’s July 2026 appointment of Darline Graham to fill the remainder of her late brother Lindsey Graham’s Senate term – and her subsequent decision to run for the seat – may seem unusual. After all, Darline Graham has no experience in elected office and was virtually… The Conversation · Aug 20
Why Taiwan and the South China Sea are two sides of the same strategic coin Taiwan and the South China Sea hold significant global trade importance. China claims Taiwan and asserts sovereignty over the South China Sea. Tensions with China persist over these disputed maritime regions. The United States maintains unofficial relations and arms sales with Taiwan. Preventing Chinese regional hegemony remains a primary US… The Economic Times · Aug 20
Why Taiwan and the South China Sea matter to the US and the world U.S. Sen. Darline Graham faced criticism for saying national security was “not my thing” during a debate about Taiwan and the South China Sea The Independent UK · Aug 20
Lindsey Graham’s sister flops in first debate: ‘I’m not that informed on national security’ IN FULL The Independent UK · Aug 19
Lindsey Graham’s sister roasted over epic debate fail: ‘I’m not that informed on national security’ A Democratic strategist seized on the flub to call Darline Graham, ‘NOT the brightest crayon in the box’ The Independent UK · Aug 19
Lindsey Graham’s sister and fill-in senator says she’s ‘not that informed on national security’ She made the statement during a debate when asked about potential threats to US national security in South China Sea The Guardian - US · Aug 19
Russell Fry endorses Darline Graham in South Carolina primary runoff South Carolina Sen. Darline Graham is consolidating the support of fellow Republicans, including former rival Rep. Russell Fry, ahead of an Aug. 25 runoff to replace her late brother, Lindsey Graham, on the November ballot. Fry finished third behind Darline Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman in Tuesday’s special primary election,… Roll Call · Aug 14
Rep. John Larson becomes the ninth U.S. House incumbent to lose a primary this year to a non-incumbent Welcome to the Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, Brew. Ballotpedia · Aug 13
Trump’s golden touch is tarnished after rough nights for ‘My Pillow guy,’ Lindsey Graham sister and anti-Muslim Ogles ANALYSIS: Trump whiffed on one big endorsement on Tuesday, might have made a bum one in South Carolina and flopped in Tennessee, Eric Garcia writes The Independent UK · Aug 12
Big Wins, Major Upsets And A Trump Setback. Here's What Happened In Tuesday's Primaries. Tuesday's primaries offered a glimpse of the battles shaping the 2026 midterms, from Democratic fights over ideology and generational change to fresh questions about the power of President Donald Trump's endorsement. International Business Times · Aug 12
After Patriot Games’ MAGA vibes, Trump can’t shake Congress GENEVA, Ohio, and JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. — Unburdened by a Congress on summer break, President Donald Trump on Tuesday watched his Patriot Games finale like a stoic Roman emperor. But he was soon reminded that congressional business looms, and acknowledged the 80th Congress built a legal wall that could… Roll Call · Aug 12
Trump ally loses, mixed results for progressives: takeaways from primaries in Minnesota, Wisconsin and beyond Primaries across US included Darline Graham advancing to runoff, while progressive Francesca Hong and MyPillow’s Mike Lindell fell short The Guardian - US · Aug 12
The Times of India · Aug 12 Minnesota, South Carolina & Wisconsin: Trump endorsement delivers mixed results in Republican primaries President Donald Trump's endorsements produced mixed results in Tuesday's Republican primaries, with his preferred candidates losing one key race, advancing to a runoff in another and securing nominations in Wisconsin.
The Economic Times · Aug 12 US primaries: Trump-backed candidates face mixed fortunes US state primaries threw up mixed results for Donald Trump's endorsed candidates. Mike Lindell lost in Minnesota, while Darline Graham advanced in South Carolina. Lisa Demuth defeated Lindell in Minnesota's Republican gubernatorial primary. Peggy Flanagan secured the Democratic nomination for the US Senate seat.
The Economic Times · Aug 12 Lindsey Graham's sister Darline Graham advances to runoff in South Carolina Republican Senate primary Darline Graham will face Ralph Norman in the August runoff election. Governor Henry McMaster had appointed Graham to serve the senator's remaining term. Trump endorsed Graham for the full six-year term. The eventual Republican nominee is favoured to win the November election.
The Guardian - US · Aug 12 Darline Graham to face Ralph Norman in South Carolina Republican primary runoff Norman beat out Russell Fry, a congressman, and Mark Sanford, a former governor, to advance is closely contested race
Roll Call · Aug 11 Darline Graham will face Ralph Norman in South Carolina Senate runoff Bolstered by President Donald Trump’s endorsement, South Carolina Sen. Darline Graham advanced Tuesday to a runoff against Rep. Ralph Norman in the Republican special primary election to replace her late brother, Lindsey Graham, on the November ballot. With more than 95 percent of votes counted, Graham led a 10-candidate field…
The Guardian - US · Aug 11 Minnesota progressive wins Senate primary over anti-ICE sentiments, as Wisconsin governor’s race remains close – as it happened This live blog is now closed.
The Guardian - US · Aug 11 ‘Fiercely independent’ South Carolina votes on Lindsey Graham’s Senate successor Republicans, including Graham’s sister, Darline, expedite campaigns to replace late senator in special primary race
Roll Call · Aug 10 10 candidates vie to replace Lindsey Graham in South Carolina Three days after Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death, his sister, Darline Graham, was sworn in to complete the remainder of the South Carolina Republican’s term. With President Donald Trump’s encouragement, she quickly declared she’d seek a full six-year term. Yet the limited polling available suggests Tuesday’s snap special election primary to…
Roll Call · Aug 10 Roll Call on the Road: South Carolina CQ Roll Call traveled last week to South Carolina, which is playing host to Tuesday’s special primary election to select a new Republican Senate nominee following Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sudden death. Photo editor Bill Clark captured some of the action as Senate hopefuls — and other South Carolina candidates —…
The Independent UK · Aug 8 Lindsey Graham’s sister faces doubts from Republicans as she seeks his Senate seat Though often by her late brother’s side, she remains largely unknown in South Carolina's clubby political circles
The Economic Times · Aug 8 100% tariff threat looms over India as US senate passes Russia sanctions bill The US Senate passed a sanctions bill targeting Russia's energy sector. This legislation grants the President power to impose tariffs on major oil buyers. India and China are among the top five purchasers of Russian oil. The bill aims to reinforce support for Ukraine and pressure Russia. It now moves…