Rep. Nancy Mace, a Republican from South Carolina, is considering a run for the Senate seat left vacant by the unexpected death of Senator Lindsey Graham. Graham was actively campaigning for reelection against Democrat Annie Andrews in a race deemed 'Solid R' by the Cook Political Report.
Mace, who has served in Congress since 2021 and previously ran for governor, is expected to release polling data soon. President Donald Trump has indicated he supports a candidate to replace Graham but has not disclosed who that might be. South Carolina law mandates a special primary election on August 11 to fill Graham's spot on the ballot, with the filing period starting July 21.
Meanwhile, Governor Henry McMaster, who is a close ally of Trump, has the authority to appoint an interim senator, and Rep. Joe Wilson has shown interest in both the interim role and a full term. This political shift could significantly impact the Republican landscape in South Carolina as candidates position themselves for the upcoming elections