special Republican primary
Coverage of special Republican primary in the Nexus archive.
- Polls open for special Republican primary in South Carolina: What to know
The special Republican primary in South Carolina is set for August 11, determining the opponent for Dr. Annie Andrews in the general election this fall following the death of Lindsey Graham. Darline Graham Nordone will run on the special primary ballot to fill the remainder of his term. If no candidate secures over 50% of the vote on August 11, a runoff election is scheduled for Tuesday, August 25.
- South Carolina voters head to polls in special GOP primary for U.S. Senate seat
South Carolina voters are casting ballots in a special Republican primary for the U.S. Senate seat on Tuesday. This election concerns the U.S. Senate seat previously held by Lindsey Graham. Polls for the event remain open until 7 p.m.
- Early voting begins in South Carolina's Special Republican Senate Primary
Early voting has started in South Carolina's special Republican primary for the U.S. Senate race. Voting is available through Friday.
- South Carolina Republicans set August Senate debate
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.
- What happens next after Lindsey Graham’s death? South Carolina law lays out the process
South Carolina law provides for a temporary appointment to fill a Senate vacancy and a special Republican primary to select a replacement nominee for the November election. Voters will then elect the next Senate term representative through the established state process.