Graham and Norman make final push in South Carolina GOP Senate runoff
On Tuesday, Republican voters in South Carolina will vote to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham on November's ballot in a runoff between his sister Darline and Congressman Ralph Norman. As South Carolina ETV's Gavin Jackson reports, the closing days of this electoral sprint featured a major debate gaffe and a campaign rally with President Trump.
On Tuesday, South Carolina Republicans will choose a new senator to replace the late Lindsey Graham, with his sister Darline and Congressman Ralph Norman competing in a runoff. Gavin Jackson of South Carolina ETV reports on the final days of the campaign. Thousands rallied in Myrtle Beach for President Trump's support of Darline Graham, his sister, on Friday.
Graham faced criticism for her response to questions on national security during a debate. Graham downplayed the controversy, while supporters, like South Carolina GOP voter Russell Lee, argued that her foreign policy knowledge was not as critical as having a representative who is honest. Congressman Ralph Norman, the other candidate, served in the State House and Congress, is part of the far-right House Freedom Caucus, and criticized Graham's response to national security questions, stating that she didn't explain her positions.
The winner of Tuesday's runoff will face Democrat Annie Andrews in November's general election in a solidly Republican state.
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