In a recent announcement, U.S. Representative Nancy Mace declared that she will not pursue a candidacy in the special election meant to fill the late South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham’s seat this November.
Mace stated, “I’m not running for the Senate because I have some unfinished business.” She expressed a strong commitment to continue her advocacy, adding, “Since I stood on that House floor, I’ve been fighting for every woman and girl who was told to stay silent. I want justice—and that day is coming.”
Earlier this year, Mace made a bid for South Carolina’s gubernatorial race but concluded the Republican primary in fifth place.
“Thank you for all your support, all the calls and texts,” Mace conveyed in her message of gratitude. “You are the BEST. Serving South Carolina is the honor of my LIFE, and I will NEVER forget it.”
At least five Republicans have already entered the race for the August 11 special primary election, setting the stage for a competitive showdown.
Darline Graham, sister of Lindsey Graham, announced that she will enter the race to run for a full term in the senate. Graham was appointed by Governor Henry McMaster to fill her brother’s seat for the remainder of the current term, which ends in early January.
In addition, Rep. Russell Fry (SC-7), Rep. Ralph Norman (SC-5), businessman Mark Lynch, and Duke Buckner have also announced plans to join the race.
Each candidate is vying for the chance to replace Lindsey Graham on the November ballot after his death on July 11.
The winner of the special primary election will face Democrat Dr. Annie Andrews, Libertarian Kasie Whitener, and Constitution party candidate Mark Hackett in the general election.