Darline Graham says she's "not that informed on national security" at debate

Key Points:

• Sen. Darline Graham, newly appointed to her late brother Lindsey Graham's Senate seat, admitted during a South Carolina GOP debate that she is "not that informed on national security," particularly when questioned about Taiwan and the South China Sea.
• Graham's lack of experience has drawn criticism from opponents including Rep. Ralph Norman, former Gov. Nikki Haley, and the Democratic nominee Dr. Annie Andrews, who all emphasized the importance of national security knowledge for a senator.
• Despite the criticism, Graham emphasized her focus on local issues like affordability and highlighted her early Senate accomplishments, including supporting the Russia Sanctions Bill and co-sponsoring the SAVE America Act.
• Both Graham and Norman expressed strong conservative views, pledged loyalty to former President Trump, and agreed on key issues such as Iran being a threat, support for Israel, and banning birthright citizenship.
• The Republican runoff between Graham and Norman is scheduled for August 25, with Graham defending her record and Norman positioning himself as the more experienced candidate.