Sanford backs Norman over Graham in South Carolina Senate runoff: 'Stakes are simply too high'

The runoff is set for Tuesday evening. South Carolina is regarded as reliably Republican and the winner of the Tuesday primary is heavily favored in the general election.

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Part of The 2026 South Carolina Senate race: Darline Graham's Republican primary win

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Sanford backs Norman over Graham in South Carolina Senate runoff: 'Stakes are simply too high'

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Mark Sanford endorses Ralph Norman in SC Senate runoff