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Democrat Annie Andrews defeated Republican Senator Darline Graham in South Carolina’s election for a six-year U.S. Senate term, flipping the seat to Democrats. It was the first Democratic Senate victory in the state in nearly three decades.
Andrews, a pediatrician, centered her campaign on healthcare access, healthcare costs and affordability. Graham had held the seat after Republican Governor Henry McMaster appointed her in July following the death of her brother, longtime Senator Lindsey Graham.
President Donald Trump endorsed Graham and made late campaign appearances in South Carolina. Outside groups affiliated with both major parties also directed substantial resources toward the contest as it became more competitive in its final weeks.
Graham’s campaign focused on cost-of-living issues. She called for reduced regulations on drilling and oil refineries and a temporary suspension of the gas tax.
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