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South Carolina Republicans hold primary to pick Senate replacement for the late Lindsey Graham
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· August 11, 2026
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Key takeaway Further details about the special primary and the candidates involved can be found through ABC7 News, a local source for news and updates.
A special primary is underway in South Carolina to select a replacement for a Senate seat. This comes after the sudden death of a key figure in the state's Republican party. The individual who passed away was a close ally of the president.
S. Senate. Voters are now casting ballots to choose a new candidate for the seat.
Further details about the special primary and the candidates involved can be found through ABC7 News, a local source for news and updates.
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Published: August 11, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC) ·
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