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At the Races: The president’s Palmetto test

Welcome to a special edition of At the Races! Throughout the 2026 primary season, watch for these updates from the CQ Roll Call campaign team on what you need to know for Election Day. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. By Daniela Altimari, Nick Eskow…

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Trump puts $827,000 MAGA money behind Lindsey Graham’s sister Darline in tense Senate runoff

In the fight for the South Carolina Republican Senate nomination, Senator Darline Graham has secured major support from MAGA Inc., while Representative Ralph Norman intensifies his campaign efforts. Norman voices his worries regarding the role of super PACs in shaping elections. With rallies and endorsements from President Donald Trump on…

The Economic Times

India-US ties are looking up, but the Russia and Iran sanctions bill, FCRA & BRICS will test reset

US-India ties have improved at the working level, particularly in defence, with a new 10-year framework and Javelin missile sales, while Indian exports to the US rose 5.5% to nearly $60 billion in the first nine months of FY26. However, uncertainty remains over Washington’s broader India policy.

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The name Trump didn’t utter while stumping for Darline Graham

Ralph Norman. Those were two words President Donald Trump notably did not speak Friday night despite being on stage in Myrtle Beach, S.C., for about 80 minutes. The rally was meant to boost Sen. Darline Graham in a South Carolina GOP primary runoff, slated for Tuesday. By not mentioning her…

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Gavin Newsom says California will sue Trump administration again to block ‘Orwellian rules’ meant to curb mail-in voting – as it happened

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The Guardian - US

Tim Scott defends Darline Graham’s ‘national security is not my thing’ comment

Republican senator tries to assuage concerns but does not offer details of Graham’s national security experience

The Guardian - US

‘Pretend, please, that I’m on the ballot’: Trump's appeal to voters ahead of midterms

US President Donald Trump on Friday urged South Carolina Republicans to “pretend” he was on the ballot and turn out to vote for Darline Graham in Tuesday’s Senate runoff, using his own political popularity to rally support for the Republican political newcomer.

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Trump’s message to South Carolina voters ahead of midterms: Pretend I’m on the ballot

President Donald Trump urged South Carolina voters to support Darline Graham. He asked supporters to pretend he is on the ballot for her. Graham is seeking the Republican nomination for the U.S. Senate. She is competing against Ralph Norman in a runoff election. Trump's endorsement aims to boost Graham's chances…

The Economic Times

Trump interrupted by protester as he stumps for Darline Graham after debate gaffe

The crowd booed and chanted ‘USA’ at the protestor who wore a shirt that said ‘Kill Your Local Pedophile’

The Independent UK

Trump says he views strait of Hormuz as ‘American territory’

President at rally in South Carolina makes comments on key strategic waterway and jokes about bombing Iran

The Guardian - US

Trump rides to rescue of handpicked Senate candidate days before make-or-break runoff

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The Independent UK

Trump goes all-in for Lindsey Graham’s sister after her stunning national security blunder

Voters across the state will decide Tuesday whether Graham or Rep. Ralph Norman secures the Republican nomination on the ballot this November

The Independent UK

Darline Graham’s inherited Senate seat revives the ‘widow’s mandate’ with a sibling twist

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster’s July 2026 appointment of Darline Graham to fill the remainder of her late brother Lindsey Graham’s Senate term – and her subsequent decision to run for the seat – may seem unusual. After all, Darline Graham has no experience in elected office and was virtually…

The Conversation

Lindsey Graham’s sister flops in first debate: ‘I’m not that informed on national security’

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Lindsey Graham’s sister roasted over epic debate fail: ‘I’m not that informed on national security’

A Democratic strategist seized on the flub to call Darline Graham, ‘NOT the brightest crayon in the box’

The Guardian - US

Lindsey Graham’s sister and fill-in senator says she’s ‘not that informed on national security’

She made the statement during a debate when asked about potential threats to US national security in South China Sea

International Business Times UK

Melania Trump Has Been Completely Missing for 25 Days After Skipping Senator Lindsey Graham's Funeral

Melania Trump has been absent from public view for 25 days, missing key events and sparking speculation about her role and schedule as First Lady.

The Independent UK

Kentucky governor says he has received no information on Mitch McConnell’s health as he rips into Congress

McConnell was discharged from a rehabilitation center earlier this month

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Russell Fry endorses Darline Graham in South Carolina primary runoff

South Carolina Sen. Darline Graham is consolidating the support of fellow Republicans, including former rival Rep. Russell Fry, ahead of an Aug. 25 runoff to replace her late brother, Lindsey Graham, on the November ballot. Fry finished third behind Darline Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman in Tuesday’s special primary election,…

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Rep. John Larson becomes the ninth U.S. House incumbent to lose a primary this year to a non-incumbent

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The Independent UK

Trump’s golden touch is tarnished after rough nights for ‘My Pillow guy,’ Lindsey Graham sister and anti-Muslim Ogles

ANALYSIS: Trump whiffed on one big endorsement on Tuesday, might have made a bum one in South Carolina and flopped in Tennessee, Eric Garcia writes

International Business Times

Big Wins, Major Upsets And A Trump Setback. Here's What Happened In Tuesday's Primaries.

Tuesday's primaries offered a glimpse of the battles shaping the 2026 midterms, from Democratic fights over ideology and generational change to fresh questions about the power of President Donald Trump's endorsement.

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After Patriot Games’ MAGA vibes, Trump can’t shake Congress

GENEVA, Ohio, and JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. — Unburdened by a Congress on summer break, President Donald Trump on Tuesday watched his Patriot Games finale like a stoic Roman emperor. But he was soon reminded that congressional business looms, and acknowledged the 80th Congress built a legal wall that could…

The Guardian - US

Trump ally loses, mixed results for progressives: takeaways from primaries in Minnesota, Wisconsin and beyond

Primaries across US included Darline Graham advancing to runoff, while progressive Francesca Hong and MyPillow’s Mike Lindell fell short

The Times of India

Minnesota, South Carolina & Wisconsin: Trump endorsement delivers mixed results in Republican primaries

President Donald Trump's endorsements produced mixed results in Tuesday's Republican primaries, with his preferred candidates losing one key race, advancing to a runoff in another and securing nominations in Wisconsin.

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