Trump backed Lindsey Graham for the Senate seat while Nikki Haley questioned his national security stance and supported a primary opponent.
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Updated Aug 26
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What happened
Trump backed Lindsey Graham for the Senate seat while Nikki Haley questioned his national security stance and supported a primary opponent.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Trump and Graham campaigned in Myrtle Beach while Norman endorsed Haley over Trump.1 source
Trump endorsed Graham, while Haley criticized his national security record during the Senate primary.1 source
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Multiple political developments surrounding the vacancy of Lindsey Graham's Senate seat, including successor considerations and campaign maneuvering.Also in this story
- Lindsey Graham's Senate term was filled by appointment from Henry McMaster, while Graham simultaneously competed in a primary runoff against Ralph Norman, backed by MAGA Inc.
- Trump benefited from McMaster's appointment to the seat, which followed a vacancy due to the death of Lindsey Graham's brother.
- Trump's priorities influenced the replacement of the late Senator Graham, and he discussed foreign policy regarding Iran.
- Nancy Mace discussed her personal life, backed Ralph Norman, and considered a Senate run following Lindsey Graham's death.
The entities involved
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Lindsey Graham
American lawyer and politician (born 1955)
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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Nikki Haley
American politician and diplomat (born 1972)
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