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Who Will Replace Lindsey Graham on the Ballot for SC's Senate Race?

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Al Bawaba

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· Jul 13, 2026

Who could replace Lindsey Graham in South Carolina?

ALBAWABA - As vultures circling carrion, Republicans in South Carolina are eyeing late U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham's seat; which of them will succeed the late Republican?It is worth noting that Lindsey Graham, the American senator and close ally of President Donald Trump, passed away on June 11, according to a statement released by his office on Sunday...

The Economic Times

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· Jul 13, 2026

Who takes Lindsey Graham's Senate seat next?

Who takes Lindsey Graham's Senate seat next?

Townhall

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· Jul 12, 2026

With Lindsey Graham's Passing, What’s Next for the SC Senate Race?

With Lindsey Graham's Passing, What’s Next for the SC Senate Race?

Hindustan Times

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· Jul 12, 2026

Who could replace Lindsey Graham? How South Carolina will choose the next US senator

Who could replace Lindsey Graham? Here's how South Carolina will choose a temporary senator, hold a GOP primary, and pick a candidate for November.

ABC7 New York

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· Jul 13, 2026

Who could replace Lindsey Graham? South Carolina's next steps after senator's death

Who could replace Lindsey Graham? South Carolina's next steps after senator's death

Washington Examiner

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· Jul 12, 2026

How will Lindsey Graham be replaced as South Carolina senator after sudden death?

Sen. Lindsey Graham’s (R-SC) death over the weekend has observers looking for who will replace him, a process laid out clearly in South Carolina law. In South Carolina, the governor has full authority to appoint whoever they want, regardless of party. The state is run by a Republican, Gov. Henry McMaster (R-SC), so a Republican is []

The Daily Caller

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· Jul 9, 2026

Who Could Replace Graham Platner In Maine’s Senate Race?

'I’m the best person to replace him'

The Daily Beast

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· Jul 12, 2026

Trump Teases ‘Great’ Lindsey Graham Replacement

Shannon Stapleton / REUTERSDonald Trump says he has a clear frontrunner for Lindsey Graham’s Senate seat—but he‘s keeping the name close to his chest for now.The president phoned into Meet the Press on Sunday, and was asked about next steps following the unexpected death of South Carolina Sen. Graham aged 71 Saturday night.“Do you have—I know it’s early hours—but is there someone you think he should appoint?” NBC host Kristen Welker asked.Read more at The Daily Beast.

The Epoch Times

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· Jul 12, 2026

Trump Says Graham Was ‘A Little Tired’ in Phone Call Hours Before Death

When prompted on TV, the president said he has a Senate replacement in mind, but, out of respect for Graham, it's 'too soon.'

The New American

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· Jul 12, 2026

Nancy Mace Might Run for Graham’s Seat; Trump, Netanyahu Mourn

A likely candidate to replace GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died last night, is S.C. Representative Nancy Mace. ... The post Nancy Mace Might Run for Graham’s Seat; Trump, Netanyahu Mourn appeared first on The New American.

Investing.com

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· Jul 9, 2026

Factbox-Who could replace Maine US Senate candidate Graham Platner?

Factbox-Who could replace Maine US Senate candidate Graham Platner?

Off The Press

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· Jul 12, 2026

Graham’s death sets off race to replace him on 2026 ballot

Lindsey Graham’s sudden, unexpected death will kick off a rapid campaign to pick the next likely senator from South Carolina — with a full six-year term on the line to replace the longtime senator. Graham was up for reelection in November, having just dispatched primary challenger Mark Lynch just over a month ago. He was []...Click to read more

Boston.com

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· Jul 7, 2026

Who might replace Platner if he drops out? Here’s what could happen.

Graham Platner can be replaced on the ballot if he withdraws in the next week. If he does, Maine Democrats would face an uncertain two-week race to choose a replacement. The post Who might replace Platner if he drops out? Here’s what could happen. appeared first on Boston.com.

KLIF – 570AM – Dallas

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· Jul 12, 2026

U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies At 71 After Sudden Illness

U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) listens during a Senate hearing on the fiscal year 2018 budget in Washington, D.C., on June 13, 2017. | Ma...

Al Jazeera

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· Jul 12, 2026

Who will replace Trump ally Lindsey Graham in the US Senate?

The US president suggests he is considering a potential candidate to fill the late senator's seat in South Carolina.

Jezebel

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· Jul 8, 2026

There Are Several Good Options for the Next Maine Senator Besides the Two Current Nominees

Neither Graham Platner nor Susan Collins should represent Maine.

Loonie Politics

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· Jun 23, 2026

South Carolina voters will choose between two Trump-backed governor candidates in Republican runoff

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina voters return to the polls Tuesday to finalize the Republican nominee for governor in a runoff election that has become a bruising grudge match between two of the state’s leading politicians. President Donald Trump initially endorsed Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette over state Attorney General Alan Wilson, and neither candidate [] The post South Carolina voters will choose between two Trump-backed governor candidates in Republican runoff appeared first on Loonie Politics.

KSAT San Antonio

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· Jul 8, 2026

Platner may be finished, but voters' hunger for change and willingness to take risks will remain

Graham Platner's bid for Maine Senate may be all but over, but it's likely other candidates will find themselves on a similar path in the future.

Knewz

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· Jul 10, 2026

Who will replace Graham Platner after he drops Maine Senate bid?

Following a stunning fall from grace that caused Democratic Senate hopeful Graham Platner to drop off the upcoming ballot, the state of Maine is scrambling for a replacement. Many would-be Senators hope to fill the vacant spot, but do any stand a chance of defeating the long-term Republican incumbent? Platner’s scandalous exit Hopes for Platner’s...

Coffman Chronicle

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· Jun 29, 2026

Maine Senate Poll Shows Graham Platner Ahead of Susan Collins in Toss-Up Race

A new New York Times/Portland Press Herald/Siena poll shows Democrat Graham Platner narrowly leading Republican Sen.

The Hill

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· Jul 8, 2026

Former Maine senator on replacing Platner: 'The message, the movement is right'

Troy Jackson, a former state lawmaker, is seeking to center himself as the best candidate to replace Graham Platner if he exits the Maine Senate race following a new accusation of sexual assault against the Democratic nominee. The former Maine Senate president acknowledged the “challenge” of a new candidate entering so late into this race...

The Daily Wire

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· Jul 12, 2026

What’s Next For South Carolina?

Following Senator Lindsey Graham’s (R-SC) sudden passing, Governor Henry McMaster (R-SC) is expected to appoint a replacement who will fill the remainder of Graham’s term. McMaster’s choice could take days. President Donald Trump weighed in briefly on NBC’s “Meet The Press,” joining the program in honor of the late South Carolina senator who had been ...

The Media Line

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· Jul 13, 2026

What Happens to Lindsey Graham’s Senate Seat—and Could Mitch McConnell Be Replaced?

The death of Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham has [] The post What Happens to Lindsey Graham’s Senate Seat—and Could Mitch McConnell Be Replaced? appeared first on The Media Line.

MS NOW

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· Jul 7, 2026

Progressives seek like-minded replacement for Platner in Senate race

The beleaguered Maine nominee has yet to drop out, but his party and his rivals are operating as if he will. The post Progressives seek like-minded replacement for Platner in Senate race appeared first on MS NOW.

Slate Magazine

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· Jul 7, 2026

Who Could Replace Graham Platner?

How Democrats can salvage the Maine Senate race.

Haaretz

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· Jul 9, 2026

From arms embargo to AIPAC money: Platner's possible replacements and their stance on Israel

The candidates vying to replace Graham Platner in the Maine Senate race range from a gubernatorial hopeful who accuses Israel of genocide to a brewery owner who defends its right to self-defense

Conservative Review

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· Jul 8, 2026

2028 Democrats Who Disgraced Themselves Most for Graham Platner

Graham Platner easily won the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Maine despite an array of scandals involving a Nazi tattoo, antisemitic horseplay, offensive online commentary, flagrant lying, serial infidelity, and domestic abuse. He appears poised to end his candidacy after an ex-girlfriend's credible rape accusation—amid sagging poll numbers and a looming deadline to select a new candidate—finally compelled Democrats and sympathetic journalists to abandon ship.The post 2028 Democrats Who Disgraced Themselves Most for Graham Platner appeared first on .

The Daily Signal

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· Jul 8, 2026

How Long Can Graham Platner Make Demands?

The scandals involving Graham Platner, still the Democrat nominee for U.S. Senate in Maine, continue. Nevertheless, Platner looks to be making demands. On Tuesday, Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., said Platner should “step aside.” Platner has until next Monday to decide. Otherwise, his name remains on the ballot. Despite declining support from his once top supporter,...

National Republican Senatorial Committee

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· Jul 7, 2026

NRSC Statement on the Maine Senate Race

WASHINGTON, D.C. — National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) Chairman Tim Scott released the following statement regarding allegations against Graham Platner and the Maine Senate race: “The Democrat candidate in Maine will either be an alleged rapist with a Nazi tattoo, or someone he selects with the same ‘values and vision.'”

DNyuz

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· Jun 29, 2026

Poll Shows Maine’s Quirky Political Contours

This morning, we have the first New York Times/Siena poll of a Senate race this year and it’s in Maine, where the Democrat Graham Platner narrowly leads the incumbent, Susan Collins, by two percentage points, 49-47, among likely voters. You can read the full story here on the poll, which was done in conjunction with []

The Jerusalem Post

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· Jul 12, 2026

Senator Lindsey Graham, staunch Israel supporter, dies at 71 from 'brief and sudden illness'

Graham, 71, was a prominent Republican senator from South Carolina. Earlier in his career, he was a vocal critic of US President Donald Trump before becoming one of his most loyal allies.

The 19th News

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· Jul 13, 2026

The race to unseat Susan Collins is resetting around abortion

BANGOR, Maine — As Maine Democrats vie to replace Graham Platner in their state’s Senate race, abortion — a key weakness for Republican Sen. Susan Collins — is set to shape the next phase of the contest, which Democrats view as a prime pick-up opportunity. Collins, whose home state voted for Kamala Harris in the []

Florida Politics

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· Jul 1, 2026

Ken Welch expected to select The Burg Bid for Tropicana Field redevelopment

Selection of a developer gives Welch a clear vision to sell to voters in the final few weeks of his re-election campaign. The post Ken Welch expected to select The Burg Bid for Tropicana Field redevelopment appeared first on Florida Politics - Campaigns Elections. Lobbying Government..

POLITICO - Politics

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· Jul 9, 2026

Graham Platner just dropped out. Here’s who could replace him.

Several potential successors have already signaled their interest in seeking the Democratic nomination for Maine Senate.

NBC News

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· Jul 12, 2026

Questions about who will replace Sen. Graham as new image of Sen. McConnell released

Tonight lawmakers from both parties are remembering the life and legacy of Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), who died at the age of 71. There are new questions tonight about who will replace him in South Carolina, and growing scrutiny about fellow Republican Mitch McConnell’s health after a newly released statement and photo of the 84-year-old GOP senator. NBC News’ Ryan Nobles reports.

Vermont Daily Chronicle

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· Jul 10, 2026

Bernie Sanders, 84, ‘is the most likely 2028 Democrat Presidential nominee:’ Mark Halperin 

The political establishment is reeling from analyst Mark Halperin's prediction that Vermont's senior senator is likely be the left’s presidential nominee in two years. The post Bernie Sanders, 84, ‘is the most likely 2028 Democrat Presidential nominee:’ Mark Halperin first appeared on Vermont Daily Chronicle. The post Bernie Sanders, 84, ‘is the most likely 2028 Democrat Presidential nominee:’ Mark Halperin appeared first on Vermont Daily Chronicle.

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