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Lindsey Graham wins South Carolina GOP Senate primary, avoids runoff after $27M campaign

June 10, 2026

Summary

Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) secured victory in the South Carolina Republican U.S. Senate primary, avoiding a runoff. He spent over $27 million to fend off five primary challengers in his bid for a fifth Senate term.

How coverage differs

Left outlets highlight Lindsey Graham's $27 million campaign spending to avoid a runoff, while right outlets celebrate his decisive primary victory and outright nomination in South Carolina.

  • Left: Costly primary win highlights money's role in political power Left-leaning outlets highlight Senator Lindsey Graham's significant campaign spending of over $27 million to secure his primary victory and avoid a runoff. They emphasize the 'small fortune' spent in his bid for a fifth Senate term.
  • Right: Graham's decisive primary win affirms conservative South Carolina support Right-leaning outlets focus on Senator Lindsey Graham's decisive victory in the South Carolina GOP Senate primary race. They celebrate his success in fending off five challengers and securing his party's nomination outright.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • Lindsey Graham Spends Small Fortune To Avoid Runoff Election In Bid For Fifth Senate Term

Far right

  • Sen. Lindsey Graham Wins South Carolina GOP Senate Primary Race

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