Nancy Mace Endorses Ralph Norman for Senate, Opposing Trump's Pick
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) has endorsed fellow South Carolina Rep. Ralph Norman to fill the Senate seat left vacant by the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, directly opposing former President Donald Trump's endorsement of Graham's sister, Darline Graham Nordone. Mace made the announcement on July 21, 2026, praising Norman's conservative credentials.
Norman expressed gratitude for Mace's support, emphasizing his commitment to conservative principles and alignment with Trump's America First agenda. The endorsement highlights a growing rift within the Republican Party in South Carolina, as Norman and Mace both challenge Trump's preferred candidate.
The special Senate primary, scheduled for August 11, 2026, is expected to be highly competitive. Governor Henry McMaster had appointed Graham Nordone to the seat following her brother's death, and Trump has publicly supported her candidacy for a full six-year term.