Darline Graham Defeats Ralph Norman in South Carolina GOP Senate Runoff

Darline Graham defeated Ralph Norman in South Carolina’s Republican Senate primary runoff, winning the party’s nomination. Graham will face Democrat Annie Andrews in November.

Left-leaning outlets split between scrutiny of Graham’s campaign and debate performance and attention to what the result says about Donald Trump’s influence. Center outlets mostly recount the result and campaign, with several emphasizing Trump’s endorsement and the candidates’ qualifications. Right-leaning outlets more often cast the win as a victory for Trump or his backing, while some stress conservative credentials and Republican priorities.