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Annie Andrews Wins South Carolina Senate Seat
Annie Andrews defeats Darline Graham in South Carolina Senate race after Lindsey Graham's death.
In brief
Annie Andrews defeats Darline Graham in South Carolina Senate race after Lindsey Graham's death. Annie Andrews, a pediatrician, won the South Carolina Senate seat previously held by Lindsey Graham after his unexpected death in July 2026. Originally reported by Rolling Stone.
Annie Andrews Wins Senate Seat
Annie Andrews, a pediatrician, claimed the South Carolina Senate seat last held by Lindsey Graham and Strom Thurmond since 1964.
Lindsey Graham's Death
Lindsey Graham died unexpectedly in July 2026, leaving his sister Darline Graham to fill his seat.
Andrews' Campaign Focus
Andrews emphasized healthcare, data centers, and diesel prices as priorities after Trump's nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
“I’m in this race because of my experience working within America’s broken healthcare system”
The short version
Annie Andrews, a pediatrician, won the South Carolina Senate seat previously held by Lindsey Graham after his unexpected death in July 2026.
