Why some Trump supporters aren’t sold on Darline Graham: From the Politics Desk

Key Points:

• South Carolina GOP runoff candidate Sen. Darline Graham faces skepticism from some Trump supporters after a debate gaffe where she downplayed national security concerns related to Taiwan and the South China Sea, raising doubts about her foreign policy knowledge.
• Despite President Trump's endorsement, Graham's perceived inexperience and debate performance have led some voters to support her opponent, Rep. Ralph Norman, who is criticized for his age and perceived insufficient loyalty to Trump.
• The Trump campaign and Graham defend her debate remarks, emphasizing honesty and commitment to following military and presidential guidance, while MAGA Inc. has invested heavily in voter outreach to boost her candidacy.
• Republicans are increasingly divided over data center development amid growing backlash, with some GOP candidates supporting moratoriums or stricter regulations, reflecting a shift from earlier enthusiasm for the industry.
• The issue of data centers is complicating Republican campaigns in key states like Michigan, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Ohio, as Democrats leverage anti-data center sentiment, and Republicans struggle to balance tech industry ties with voter concerns.