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South Carolina Republicans line up to run in special primary to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Meg Kinnard, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 28, 2026
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Key takeaway The special primary will be held on August 11, marking a rapid turnaround after Graham's sudden death earlier this month.
A special primary election is set to take place in South Carolina to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham. Twelve Republican candidates have filed their paperwork to run in the election.
The special primary will be held on August 11, marking a rapid turnaround after Graham's sudden death earlier this month. Graham had won his June primary outright before his passing. Further details about the candidates and the election process are available from KSAT 12's source.
The election is significant as it will determine the Republican candidate for the November ballot in South Carolina.
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Category: local Published: July 28, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A special primary election is set to take place in South Carolina to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham. Twelve Republican candidates have filed their paperwork to run in the election. The special…
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