Published July 23, 2026 at 6:57 PM ET · Updated July 23, 2026 at 8:05 PM ET
Former Governor Mark Sanford enters the GOP race for Graham's South Carolina Senate seat
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Former South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford has joined the Republican primary for the Senate seat currently held by Lindsey Graham. He is entering the race despite Donald Trump backing Lindsey Graham's sister for the position.
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