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Trump reveals who he's eyeing to replace Lindsey Graham

Fry has discussed a possible Senate campaign as Trump signals he may favor him for the seat.

Trump reveals who he's eyeing to replace Lindsey Graham
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Jul 14, 2026
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President Donald Trump signaled that he may favor Rep. Russell Fry as a long-term successor to the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, while Fry has discussed a possible campaign with White House operatives. Trump also backed Graham’s sister for the interim Senate appointment.

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Russell Fry
R · SC-7

South Carolina representative considering a run for the open Senate seat

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President signaling possible support for Fry and backing Darline Graham for the interim Senate seat

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

Late South Carolina senator whose seat is being filled

Nancy Mace
R · SC-1

South Carolina representative considering a run for the Senate seat

Ralph Norman
R · SC-5

South Carolina representative considering a run for the Senate seat

Tom Rice
Former U.S. Representative (R-SC)

Former South Carolina representative defeated by Fry in a Republican primary

Darline Graham
R · SC · SEN

Senator-designate appointed to serve the remainder of Lindsey Graham’s term

ALSO MENTIONED  Alan Wilson, South Carolina attorney general and Republican nominee for governor; Henry McMaster, South Carolina governor who appointed Darline Graham; Pam Evette, South Carolina lieutenant governor and former gubernatorial candidate

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