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Tim Scott calls Darline Graham 'real deal' ahead of runoff
USA Today • • nation
Key Points:
- South Carolina Republican Sen. Tim Scott praised Darline Graham as "ready for prime time" and "highly qualified" ahead of her Aug. 25 runoff election for the GOP Senate nomination.
- Graham, a longtime state bureaucrat and sister of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, is a political newcomer who has never held elected office before.
- During an Aug. 18 debate, Graham faced criticism for a perceived gaffe on national security, admitting it is not her area of expertise but expressing support for the military.
- President Donald Trump defended Graham's comment as honest and has publicly endorsed her candidacy, having encouraged her to run after her appointment to fill her late brother's Senate seat.
- Governor Henry McMaster appointed Graham to complete Lindsey Graham's term following his death in July, and she is now seeking a full term in the upcoming runoff election.
