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Trump uses anti-transgender slur to attack South Carolina Senate nominee
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Key Points:
- President Donald Trump used an anti-transgender slur against Democratic South Carolina Senate nominee Dr. Annie Andrews in a Truth Social post, while endorsing GOP candidate Sen. Darline Graham.
- Trump has heavily backed Graham following the death of her brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham, including spending over $800,000 through his PAC and personally campaigning for her.
- The South Carolina Senate race, once considered a safe Republican seat, is now viewed as a more competitive contest, with concerns among Trump allies about Graham’s polling.
- Andrews responded to Trump's attack by emphasizing her campaign focus on fighting for patients, families, and lowering costs in South Carolina, without directly addressing the slur.
- Republicans have criticized Andrews for her stance on transgender issues, particularly her past support for hormone treatments for children, though she opposes gender-identity surgery for minors.
