Russell Fry endorses Darline Graham in South Carolina primary runoff
Fry said Graham understands working families and urged his supporters to back her, as Republicans consolidate behind the Trump-backed candidate.
- Rep Russell Fry endorsed Sen Darline Graham in South Carolina's Republican Senate primary runoff on Friday, arguing she should replace her late brother, Sen Lindsey Graham, to advance President Donald Trump's agenda.
- Following the sudden death of Sen Lindsey Graham last month, Darline Graham advanced to the Aug 25 runoff against Rep Ralph Norman after winning the largest share of votes but not an outright majority.
- Fry noted the 62-year-old candidate understands the struggles families face from her hardscrabble upbringing. "President Trump needs fighters and allies in the Senate who will show up every day and get results," Fry said.
- GOP strategist Matt Gorman suggested Fry's endorsement reflects a political calculation to avoid crossing President Trump or Sen Tim Scott. "Russell is a smart guy with a long career ahead of him," Gorman said.
- Tensions surfaced between Fry and the committee supporting Graham, which noted Trump initially called Fry "outstanding" before backing Graham instead. Fry, who finished third in the primary, now joins other powerful Republicans supporting her.
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Trump pleads with his nemesis amid intra-MAGA infighting
President Donald Trump is scrambling to save his endorsed candidate in South Carolina's Aug. 25 Senate runoff.Sen. Darline Graham now faces Rep. Ralph Norman, and the race is allegedly splitting the MAGA world, The Washington Post reports. After multiple embarrassing primary losses this cycle, Trump is turning to surprising allies, including former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford.Sanford became a vocal critic of the president in 2018 and challe…
South Carolina Senate Race - Darline Graham vs Ralph Norman
The South Carolina Senate race between Darline Graham and Ralph Norman will be very interesting to watch as the runoff date arrives soon, August 25th. Darline Graham is supported by President Trump, the NRSCC, the professional republican class and the new endorsement from the 3rd place candidate Russell Fry. Additionally, Darline Graham has been endorsed […]
Russell Fry Endorses Darline Graham In South Carolina Senate Runoff As Trump Allies Apply Pressure
Republican congressman Russell Fry has thrown his support behind Darline Graham in South Carolina’s competitive Senate runoff, signaling a notable alignment within the state’s GOP circles, as the New York Times reported. The endorsement comes as political pressure tied to former President Donald Trump’s orbit intensifies around the South Carolina race, drawing national attention to what might otherwise be a regional contest. Fry, who represents …
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Trump-Backed Candidate Gets Key Endorsement
Russell Fry, who finished third in the South Carolina Republican Senate primary, is endorsing Darline Graham in the Aug. 25 runoff. Fry announced his support for Graham, saying President Donald Trump needs “fighters and allies” in the Senate who will deliver results. “On August 25, I’m asking everyone who supported our campaign to join me in supporting Darline Graham for the United States Senate,” Fry wrote. Over the last several weeks, I trave…
Fry endorses Graham in GOP special primary runoff
Sen. Darline Graham, R-S.C., leans over to hear a reporter’s question following at a candidate event for hopefuls vying in a special Republican primary to replace her late brother Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., on November ballots, Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026, in Florence, S.C. (AP Photo/Meg Kinnard) COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — Senator Darline Graham received the endorsement of a former...
Rep. Fry Endorses Sen. Graham Against Rep. Norman in South Carolina GOP Senate Runoff
Another contender in South Carolina’s special Republican Senate primary has weighed in on the remaining candidates. Rep. Russell Fry (R-S.C.) threw his support behind Sen. Darline Graham (R-S.C.) on Aug. 13. Graham will compete in the Aug. 25 runoff against Rep. Ralph Norman (R-S.C.). The two are vying to fill the slot held by Graham’s late brother, Lindsey Graham. In a post on X, Fry said the current senator would be a strong advocate for the a…
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