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

Mace is reported to be considering a Senate bid after Graham’s death.

Nancy Mace Might Run for Graham's Seat; Trump, Netanyahu Mourn
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This article1 analysis · Oct 4, 2026
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The article reports that Lindsey Graham has died and says Representative Nancy Mace may seek the open Senate seat in a special election. It also recounts Mace’s past criticism of Graham and tributes from her, President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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Representative considering a run for Graham’s Senate seat

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Lindsey Graham
Former U.S. Senator (R-SC)

South Carolina senator whose death opens a Senate vacancy

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2016 presidential candidate whom Graham said he voted for

Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President who spoke about Graham and the SAVE America Act

Ted Cruz
R · TX · SEN

Texas senator whom Graham supported in the 2016 Republican presidential contest

Democratic Senate candidate in South Carolina

ALSO MENTIONED  Benjamin Netanyahu, Israeli prime minister who mourned Graham; Brett Kavanaugh, Associate justice whose confirmation Graham supported; Henry McMaster, South Carolina governor who may appoint someone to fill Graham’s term; Jeb Bush, Former Florida governor whom Graham supported in the 2016 Republican presidential contest; Kash Patel, FBI director who said the bureau was assisting local authorities

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Nancy Mace Considers Run for Lindsey Graham’s Senate Seat

Reports say Nancy Mace is considering or open to a run for the South Carolina Senate seat left vacant by Lindsey Graham’s death. Left-leaning outlets emphasize Mace’s prospects and political pushback, including criticism and reported opposition from Trump allies. Center outlets mostly track her stated interest, potential contenders and the vacancy, with one report citing low odds. Right-leaning outlets split between criticizing her interest as improper and arguing she should be considered, while also covering the succession contest.

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