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‘Train wreck’: Republicans panic over South Carolina Senate race as Trump swoops in
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Key Points:
- Senator Graham faces challenges energizing Republican voters, with only 80% GOP support compared to 97% Democratic support for her opponent Andrews, despite recent rallies by former President Trump.
- Some Republicans, like Norman, express lukewarm support for Graham, questioning her political identity beyond her alignment with Trump and showing reluctance to actively campaign for her.
- Graham's debate performance, particularly her admission of limited knowledge on national security, has damaged voter confidence and contributed to skepticism about her qualifications.
- Negative perceptions of Graham's character and competence influence a significant portion of voters, including nearly half of the Republicans who oppose her.
- Supporters attribute Graham's struggles to limited campaign time following personal tragedy, but critics highlight Trump's repeated visits to South Carolina as a sign of concern about her campaign's viability.
