Trump heads to South Carolina to back Darline Graham in Senate runoff

Key Points:

• President Donald Trump is campaigning in South Carolina to support Darline Graham in the upcoming Republican runoff for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham's seat, emphasizing the importance of her winning the nomination.
• Darline Graham, appointed interim senator by Governor Henry McMaster after Lindsey Graham's death, is positioning herself as a political outsider and strong supporter of Trump's agenda, focusing on conservative values and kitchen table issues.
• Trump has actively endorsed Darline Graham, including social media promotion and a tele-rally, despite some concerns about her limited experience on national security matters, which Trump defended as honesty.
• The Myrtle Beach rally targets a conservative and growing area of South Carolina, known for strong Trump loyalty, and follows the withdrawal and endorsement of Rep. Russell Fry, who finished third in the primary.
• The campaign event also reflects Trump's personal connection to Lindsey Graham and his strategic effort to maintain Republican control of the Senate in the upcoming midterm elections.