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July 13, 2026
Trump Endorses Russell Fry as Leading Candidate for South Carolina Senate Seat
- President Donald Trump has indicated his support for Rep. Russell Fry as a potential replacement for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham.
- The special primary election for Graham's seat is set for August 11, with a runoff on August 25 if necessary.
- Fry is considered a strong contender for Trump's endorsement, which could significantly impact the race.
2 Sources
- Russell Fry moves toward South Carolina Senate runJul 13, 2026 at 9:03 PM · Politico
- Trump reveals who he's eyeing to replace Lindsey GrahamJul 14, 2026 at 4:01 PM · Fox News