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June 9, 2026
Sen. Lindsey Graham Wins GOP Primary, Set for General Election Against Annie Andrews
- Senator Lindsey Graham secured over 50% of the vote in the Republican primary, defeating Mark Lynch and avoiding a runoff election.
- Graham's campaign spending exceeded $18 million, bolstered by Trump's endorsement and targeted advertising.
- Annie Andrews won the Democratic primary, setting up a general election matchup against Graham in November.
11 Sources
- South Carolina Republicans try to extend winning streak as Sen. Lindsey Graham seeks fifth termJun 9, 2026 at 6:21 AM · ABC News
- Trump favorites face do-or-die moment at the ballot box in South CarolinaJun 9, 2026 at 7:10 AM · Independent
- South Carolina GOP gubernatorial primary tests Trump's influence: 5 races to watch TuesdayJun 9, 2026 at 10:00 AM · The Hill
- Graham's embrace of Iran war faces primary test in South CarolinaJun 9, 2026 at 11:01 AM · The Hill
- A South Carolina race tests the strength of a Trump endorsement.Jun 9, 2026 at 5:05 PM · NYT
- Live results: Graham poised for victory in South Carolina Senate primaryJun 9, 2026 at 9:00 PM · The Hill
- Live results: South Carolina Republicans vie for primary nod to replace McMasterJun 9, 2026 at 9:00 PM · The Hill
- Sen. Lindsey Graham wins primary over ‘America First’ challengerJun 10, 2026 at 12:02 AM · Politico
- Sen. Lindsey Graham wins GOP primary, defeating wealthy challenger in South CarolinaJun 10, 2026 at 12:44 AM · NBC
- Democrat Annie Andrews to face off against Sen. Lindsey Graham in South Carolina, CBS News projectsJun 10, 2026 at 1:00 AM · CBS News
- Trump ally Lindsey Graham survives challenge from GOP's anti-establishment wingJun 10, 2026 at 1:02 AM · Fox News