The Latest Breaking News from Lindsey Graham

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 Times of India · Aug 12

Lindsey Graham Faces Posthumous Sex Work Claims From Trans Woman Calling Out His Anti-LGBTQ Record

Taylor Snider, a former sex worker, alleges a 2015 encounter with late Senator Lindsey Graham, linking her claims to his anti-LGBTQ+ record. The allegations remain unverified and have surfaced posthumously.

International Business Times UK · 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 Economic Times · Aug 12

Zelenskyy Says Putin Is Set To Escalate The War Further. He Is Calling For More Sanctions And Support.

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russian President Vladimir Putin is gearing up to escalate the war.

International Business Times · Aug 11

Donald Trump Caught 'Falling Asleep' at White House Again as Fresh Health Fears Mount Over President

Donald Trump is facing renewed health questions after appearing to close his eyes and slump during a White House vaccine ceremony, prompting claims he 'fell asleep'.

International Business Times UK · Aug 11

Minnesota progressive wins Senate primary over anti-ICE sentiments, as Wisconsin governor’s race remains close – as it happened

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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

The Guardian - US · Aug 11

At the Races: More Midwestern mayhem

Welcome to a special edition of At the Races! Throughout the 2026 primary season, watch for these updates from the CQ Roll Call campaign team on what you need to know for Election Day. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. By Mary Ellen McIntire and…

Roll Call · Aug 11

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 —…

Roll Call · Aug 10