Russell Fry

In the lead-up to the August 25 U.S. Senate runoff, Rep. Russell Fry endorsed Darline Graham after placing third in the special GOP primary contest. Both Mark Lynch and Donald Trump continued to back Graham as she faces Ralph Norman. The special election was initiated following Gov. Henry McMaster's appointment of Graham to serve the remainder of her brother's term.

Rep. Russell Fry endorsed Sen. Darline Graham after placing third in the South Carolina special Republican U.S. Senate primary. Ralph Norman, who placed second, will challenge Graham in an August 25 run-off. President Donald Trump continues to support Graham for the race.

Congressman Ralph Norman secured his spot in the runoff election for the U.S. Senate race following a tight competition with Congressman Russell Fry. During the campaign, Norman emphasized that he was the most conservative candidate and expressed readiness to debate Sen. Graham on key issues. He also asked voters who backed other candidates to unite and support him in two weeks.

Four South Carolina Republicans competed in a Senate debate for the November ballot spot. The debate, hosted by Nexstar Media Group, featured Russell Fry, Ralph Norman, Mark Sanford, and a businessman.

Rep. Russell Fry is campaigning for the U.S. Senate in South Carolina, emphasizing his working-class background and legislative experience to deliver results for everyday people. He faces competition in a crowded field and acknowledges the challenge of winning without President Donald Trump's endorsement, who supports Darline Graham. Fry also addresses criticism from rival Rep. Ralph Norman over running for Senate before his congressional term ends.

Queen City News is broadcasting a live South Carolina U.S. Senate debate featuring Ralph Norman, Russell Fry, Mark Sanford, and Mark Lynch. The coverage provides details on when and where to watch the event.

Republican candidates for South Carolina's U.S. Senate special primary election will debate live on Aug. 3, 2026, ahead of a primary on Aug. 11 to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham. Twelve candidates initially filed, but only nine were certified for the ballot.

Republican candidates for U.S. Senate in South Carolina’s special primary election will debate live on August 3. The debate follows the death of U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, prompting a special primary to choose a replacement for the November 2026 general election. Five GOP candidates, including Darline Graham (Lindsey Graham’s sister), will participate in the debate.

South Carolina Senate candidates compete in a debate to define themselves in the race for the vacant seat left by Sen. Lindsey Graham. Key contenders include Darline Graham, Ralph Norman, Russell Fry, and Mark Sanford, with the debate seen as a critical opportunity to establish credibility and statewide recognition.

The race for the Senate seat previously held by Lindsey Graham features a debate where candidates, including appointed Senator Darline Graham, Reps. Ralph Norman and Russell Fry, former Gov. Mark Sanford, and others, will attempt to establish their viability. President Donald Trump's endorsement has not yet settled the GOP field, with candidates vying to demonstrate their qualifications through campaign outreach and the debate.

Darline Graham, sister of late Sen. Lindsey Graham, is entering politics to fulfill his Senate term and promote President Trump’s agenda ahead of a special primary. She faces nine Republican candidates, including Mark Sanford, Ralph Norman, and Russell Fry, in an Aug. 11 election.

Darline Graham, a political newcomer, is seeking to replace her late brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham, in a special GOP primary in South Carolina. She is promoting President Donald Trump’s agenda and faces eight other Republican candidates, including prominent names like Mark Sanford and Ralph Norman, in the August 11 election.

Sen. Darline Graham, sister of late Sen. Lindsey Graham, is promoting President Trump's agenda in her political debut ahead of a South Carolina Senate special primary. She faces competition from candidates like Mark Sanford, Ralph Norman, and Russell Fry, with an informal straw poll showing her leading.

Darline Graham, sister of late Sen. Lindsey Graham, is campaigning for a Senate seat in South Carolina, endorsed by President Donald Trump. She won a straw poll against candidates like Mark Sanford, Ralph Norman, and Russell Fry ahead of a special primary on August 11.

South Carolina will hold a Republican primary on August 11 to select a U.S. Senate nominee, with nine candidates including Darline Graham, Ralph Norman, Russell Fry, Mark Sanford, and others. Early voting begins August 5, with a potential runoff on August 25 if no candidate secures 50 percent. Duke Buckner and Glenda Gail Parker have provided responses to a questionnaire, with Buckner emphasizing opposition to socialism and economic policies to reduce costs.

U.S. Rep. Russell Fry discussed his campaign for the South Carolina U.S. Senate seat and his plans to address affordability through deregulation in an interview on Queen City News' On the Record.

South Carolina voters prepare for a special election to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham. Nine Republican candidates are vying for the position, and voters express desires for active participation and conservative policies. Early voting begins Aug. 5, with the primary on Aug. 11 and a potential runoff on Aug. 25.

Sen. Lindsey Graham returned to South Carolina for his funeral after dying suddenly on July 11. The funeral included a procession to First Baptist Church and a private burial, with his political legacy highlighted through events at the Statehouse and U.S. Capitol. Graham's death has triggered a Republican special primary in South Carolina to replace him for a full six-year term.

Multiple Republican candidates have entered the race to fill South Carolina's Senate seat following the passing of Sen. Lindsey Graham. The candidates include Duke Buckner, Danny Ford II, Russell Fry, Darline Graham, Mark Lynch, Mark McBride, Darius Mitchell, Ralph Norman, Glenda Gail Parker, Mark Sanford, and Samuel Shepherd, who will face Democratic nominee Annie Andrews in the 2026 midterm elections.

Lawmakers and global figures are honoring late South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham with ceremonies in Washington and his home state. Political leaders shared tributes at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, and President Donald Trump is set to speak at the funeral service. A Senate race for Graham’s vacant seat includes candidates like Mark Sanford, Russell Fry, and Darline Graham.

A new senator will be chosen to fill Lindsay Graham's seat in the 2026 midterm elections after his death. Several Republicans have filed for the special primary on August 11, with candidates including Duke Buckner, Russell Fry, Mark McBride, Mark Lynch, Ralph Norman, Clark Neilson, and Samuel Shepherd. The winner will face Democratic nominee Annie Andrews in November.

The South Carolina Republican Party will host a U.S. Senate debate on August 3. Candidates include Mark Sanford, Darline Graham, Ralph Norman, Russell Fry, and Mark Lynch. The special Republican primary begins August 5 with Election Day on August 11.

Darline Graham, the sister of late Senator Lindsey Graham, faces skepticism from Republicans about her ability to win a full Senate term in South Carolina. Despite having President Trump's endorsement and a sympathetic public image, she is seen as a political novice with limited grassroots support and faces competition from established candidates like Ralph Norman and Russell Fry.

With the passing of U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, South Carolina will hold a special primary on August 11 to select a Republican candidate to face Democratic nominee Annie Andrews in the November 2026 general election. Multiple candidates have filed, including Duke Buckner, Mark McBride, Mark Lynch, Clark Neilson, Mark Sanford, Samuel Shepherd, and Russell Fry.

Ralph Norman claims momentum and funding for the Senate race to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, despite five other candidates including Graham's sister, Darline Graham, who was appointed to the seat and endorsed by President Trump. Norman criticized Rep. Russell Fry for potentially running for two offices, arguing it risks the congressional majority.

The race for South Carolina's Senate seat tests President Trump's influence as Sen. Darline Graham, with his endorsement, faces challenges from Republicans like Russell Fry and Ralph Norman. Other candidates, including Pam Evette, are also running, showing that challenging Trump-backed candidates is less risky now.

Darline Graham secures support from three Senate Republicans and President Donald Trump in her bid for a Senate seat. She faces competition from two House Republicans and a potential eligibility review, with a primary set for August 11 and a possible runoff.

Rep. Nancy Mace announced she will not run for the U.S. Senate seat in South Carolina following Sen. Lindsey Graham's death, citing 'unfinished business.' Sen. Graham's sister, Darline Graham Nordone, was appointed to fill his seat temporarily, and multiple candidates, including Duke Buckner and Russell Fry, have entered the Republican primary for a full-term replacement.

Darline Graham announced her candidacy for the U.S. Senate seat left vacant by her brother's death, despite other local politicians entering the Republican race. President Donald Trump endorsed her, but challenges remain as she faces opponents with established political records and name recognition.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune declined to endorse a candidate in South Carolina's Senate race but praised Sen. Darline Graham as a strong contender. Darline Graham entered the race following encouragement from President Donald Trump, while Republicans Ralph Norman and Russell Fry also announced their candidacies.

Darline Graham announced her candidacy for a full term in the Senate seat previously held by her late brother. Governor Henry McMaster appointed her to serve the remaining months of the term. President Donald Trump endorsed her bid, and the Republican primary for the seat is scheduled for August 11, with several other candidates also seeking the nomination.

Darline Graham announces candidacy for a full term in the late Lindsey Graham’s Senate seat, with a Republican primary set for August 11. President Donald Trump endorsed her, while other candidates like Rep. Russell Fry and Rep. Ralph Norman are also running.

Darline Graham announced her candidacy for a full term in the Senate seat previously held by her late brother, Lindsey Graham. She was appointed by Governor Henry McMaster to serve the remaining months of his term, which expires in January, and has received endorsement from President Donald Trump. Other candidates, including Russell Fry and Ralph Norman, are also vying for the Republican nomination.

Darline Graham announced her candidacy for a full term in the Senate seat previously held by her late brother Lindsey Graham. She was appointed to finish the remaining months of his term by Governor Henry McMaster, and President Donald Trump endorsed her bid. The Republican primary for the seat is set for August 11, with multiple candidates including Rep. Russell Fry and Rep. Ralph Norman also seeking the nomination.

Sen. Darline Graham, appointed to finish her brother's Senate term, is entering the Republican nomination race for South Carolina's Senate seat, supported by President Donald Trump. The race includes candidates like Rep. Ralph Norman, Rep. Russell Fry, and businessman Mark Lynch, with Rep. Nancy Mace criticizing Fry for running for both House and Senate seats.

Sen. Darline Graham is entering the special election to claim the Republican nomination for South Carolina's Senate seat, following a push from Donald Trump. The race includes other candidates like Ralph Norman, Russell Fry, and Mark Lynch, with Nancy Mace also considering a bid. Mace and Norman criticize Fry for running multiple offices, arguing it risks the House majority.

Rep. Russell Fry has launched a campaign to succeed the late Sen. Lindsey Graham in South Carolina. The race to replace Graham is attracting multiple Republican candidates.

Rep. Russell Fry announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate to represent South Carolina in the upcoming special primary Senate election this summer.

Nancy Mace and Ralph Norman are considering Senate bids to replace the late senator in South Carolina despite President Trump's endorsement of Darline Graham Nordone. Trump urged Nordone, the sister of the late senator appointed by Governor Henry McMaster, to run, but other candidates like Russell Fry, Pamela Evette, and Mark Sanford are also in the mix.

Funeral arrangements for Sen. Lindsey Graham are scheduled for July 28 in Washington and July 29 in South Carolina. Sen. Darline Graham is considering a run for a full Senate term after being appointed to replace her late brother. Several politicians, including Reps. Russell Fry, Nancy Mace, and Ralph Norman, as well as Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, are also vying for the seat.