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South Carolina Senate Runoff: Sanford Endorses Norman

Updated 2026-08-21 17:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

Former South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford endorsed Republican Rep. Ralph Norman in the race to fill Lindsey Graham’s Senate seat. Sanford, who rarely offers political endorsements, cited high stakes as a reason for his support.

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

Former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford (R) announced Friday he is backing GOP Rep. Ralph Norman (S.C.) in the race to serve a full term in the late Sen. Lindsey Graham’s (R-S.C.) seat. Sanford, who generally refrains from offering political endorsements, said in a statement shared on social media

2026-08-21 17:08 UTC