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South Carolina Republicans line up to run in special primary to replace late Sen. Lindsey Graham
WASHINGTON (AP) — The field of Republican candidates vying to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham on November ballots is nearly set, with at least 10 hopefuls filing their paperwork and launching into a two-week sprint toward the Aug. 11 special GOP primary. WATCH LIVE: Sen. Lindsey Graham remembered in funeral service at Washington National Cathedral It's been a jumbled and frenetic period during what would have otherwise been Graham's expected glide path toward a
WATCH LIVE: Sen. Lindsey Graham remembered in funeral service at Washington National Cathedral
Politics & Power: Voting rights, election fears & the battle for Congress in 2026 midterms
A former White House attorney is warning that a series of executive actions — from changes to voting rules to the removal of election oversight officials — may be laying the groundwork for unprecedented federal intervention in the upcoming midterm elections.
GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham remembered in first day of funeral services
President Donald Trump will speak this afternoon at the funeral of the late GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham. Follow for live news updates.
Lindsey Graham’s funeral ceremonies to begin with Netanyahu and Zelenskyy in attendance
Memorials for the Republican senator to start in US Capitol as Israeli and Ukrainian leaders are set to meet with Trump
Donald Trump to deliver tribute during Lindsey Graham’s funeral service
The Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, and the Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, are scheduled to meet with the US president after attending Tuesday’s funeral
‘He’s irreplaceable’: How Lindsey Graham made an indelible mark on foreign policy and Trump
Republicans have confronted the reality that there will be no replacing Graham when it comes to foreign policy or as a conduit to Trump.
Lindsey Graham’s death leaves Trump reflecting on his own mortality
Publicly and privately, the president has been musing about aging and fate after his friend’s sudden death. He is set to deliver a eulogy for Graham today.
Texas ranks as 4th worst state for healthcare in 2026, WalletHub study finds
Texas ranked as the fourth-worst state in the nation for healthcare in a new WalletHub study that compared all 50 states and the District of Columbia on healthcare costs, access and outcomes.
Comey says seashells post was political speech - not a threat - as he presses to dismiss charges
Former FBI Director James Comey is urging a judge to throw out federal charges against him.
What you need to know about the health impacts of fast fashion & toxic knockoffs
U.S. officials say most counterfeit goods seized at the border come from China and Hong Kong. Now, concerns are growing that some of these bargains may carry something else: Chemicals you didn’t pay for.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in South Dakota’s state primary runoff
South Dakota Republicans will decide in a primary runoff Tuesday whether to nominate Gov. Larry Rhoden for a full term or to instead tap businessman Toby Doeden to represent the party on the ballot in November.
Bill Oddie, wildlife presenter and star of British comedy series 'The Goodies,' dies at 85
Bill Oddie, a British comic actor who had a second career as as a bird expert and wildlife presenter, died on Saturday, his agent said, He was 85.
Years of scandals haven't stopped Ken Paxton. Can James Talarico change that?
Democrat James Talarico is challenging Republican Ken Paxton in a closely watched U.S. Senate race in Texas.
Washington’s Sensitive Secret: How Many U.S. Missiles Are Left Five Months into Iran War? | WSJ Politics Newsletter for July 27
Plus, Darline Graham gets on-the-job training in the Senate, and more House Democrats sour on aid to Israel
Darline Graham Joined the Senate and Began Her Campaign All Before Burying Her Brother Lindsey
Appointed to finish late brother Lindsey Graham’s term, the South Carolina senator now faces a competitive primary to keep the seat.
Healthwatch: Top foods for better brain health
If you’re looking for ways to improve your brain health, it’s important to pay attention to your diet. But how do you know which one is best?
Oil prices ease after US and Iran pause their attacks
Oil prices have fallen further in early trading after setting a two-month high set last week.
Restaurant owner launches GoFundMe after fire leaves Southside business “beyond repair”
Johnathan Streeter wrote that he noticed a burning smell at the restaurant around 4 p.m. Saturday, left the premises at 7 p.m., then got a call about 9:30 p.m. telling him the restaurant was on fire. He said the damage was so extensive “the restaurant is no longer fixable.”
Netanyahu accuses Mamdani of 'fomenting hate' and calls ICC war-crimes charges 'bogus'
Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu says New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani is “fomenting hate” by calling the prime minister a war criminal who should be arrested if he visits the city.
Netanyahu accuses Mamdani of 'fomenting hate' and calls ICC war-crimes charges 'bogus'
Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu says New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani is “fomenting hate” by calling the prime minister a war criminal who should be arrested if he visits the city.
‘The Odyssey’ earns $87M in its second weekend, Christopher Nolan’s best second weekend yet
“The Odyssey” continues to captivate audiences in its second weekend, raking in $87 million in North American theaters.
US appeals court upholds injunction that blocks Trump's order to create a federal voter list
A federal appeals court has upheld a judge's ruling that halted President Donald Trump's efforts to create a federal voter list and limit who can receive a mail ballot.
Dallas Cowboys 2026 training camp: Key storylines to watch in Oxnard
The Dallas Cowboys are set to open 2026 training camp in Oxnard, California. Led by head coach Brian Schottenheimer, the Cowboys feel their offseason moves have them trending in the right direction. Here are some storylines as the Boys invade Oxnard.
Cori Bush and Wesley Bell's rematch sets up key test for Democrats in Missouri
Former Rep. Cori Bush, outside the courthouse where the Dred Scott case was argued, promises to reverse her ouster from Congress.
Cori Bush and Wesley Bell's rematch sets up key test for Democrats in Missouri
Former Rep. Cori Bush, outside the courthouse where the Dred Scott case was argued, promises to reverse her ouster from Congress.
Cori Bush and Wesley Bell's rematch sets up key test for Democrats in Missouri
Former Rep. Cori Bush, outside the courthouse where the Dred Scott case was argued, promises to reverse her ouster from Congress.
House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries kicks off 100 days till midterms with affordability agenda
The stage is in battleground Pennsylvania.
Democrats Reset the Maine Senate Race. Now Comes the Tricky Part.
Troy Jackson is replacing Graham Platner, but Republicans are seeking to tie them together as a remade race kicks off with high stakes.
Cheaper, open and intelligent: Chinese AI models gain ground, as they make inroads in the US
Chinese AI models are gaining popularity in the U.S. for their affordability and efficiency.
Cheaper, open and intelligent: Chinese AI models gain ground, as they make inroads in the US
Chinese AI models are gaining popularity in the U.S. for their affordability and efficiency.
Democrats pick new Senate candidate in Maine in aftermath of Platner debacle
Troy Jackson won his party's nomination by commandeering the progressive movement that fueled Graham Platner's rise. He will face off against GOP Sen. Susan Collins in November.
MeToo Part Deux Is Coming to US Politics
In the little more than two weeks since Graham Platner was forced to halt his Senate campaign in Maine, his career in tatters after a rape allegation, the Democratic Party has been trying to move on and forget about the oysterman’s problematic candidacy.
Sophie Cunningham gets support from GOP senator after backlash over transgender sports comments
Sen. Darline Graham praised Sophie Cunningham's stance on transgender athletes in women's sports, calling it dangerous to have boys in girls' sports.
Maine Democrats are poised to pick their Senate nominee at an unusual party convention
Maine Democrats are poised to pick Troy Jackson as their new Senate nominee on Saturday, the culmination of a brief and unusual contest to replace Graham Platner after he left the battleground race amid scandal.
Democrats in Maine gather to replace Graham Platner in the race against Susan Collins
Democrats are hoping to move past Platner's scandal-plagued campaign as they look to unseat Republican incumbent Susan Collins. The apparent front-runner is former Maine Senate President Troy Jackson.
Trump administration admits grants for clean energy were canceled based on politics
The Trump administration has again acknowledged in court documents that it terminated $7.6 billion in grants for hundreds of clean energy projects “based solely on the political identity of the grant recipient’s state,” in this case, 16 states that voted for Democrat Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election.
Lindsey Graham’s Sister Replaced Him. If History’s Any Guide, We Know Exactly What Type of Senator She’ll Be.
Darline Graham has been described as largely apolitical. Hmm.
Patrick Graham's New Steelers Approach Could Fix Defense's Biggest Weakness
As training camp approaches, one of the biggest storylines surrounding the Pittsburgh Steelers' sweeping offseason changes is the defense. One area in which the Steelers consistently excelled was forcing turnovers. One insider believes new defensive coordinator Patrick Graham will change the Steelers' defensive approach for the better.
I Covered National Politics for Years. Maine’s Upheaval Is A Different Kind of Story.
A local news reporter on how the effort to replace Graham Platner in the Senate race feels on the ground.
UMaine’s Mark Brewer, the state’s go-to political voice, has never been this busy
Earlier this month, Mark Brewer was driving to pick up one of his kids when his phone started blowing up. Texts. Emails. Reporters he knew by name. He didn’t know why yet. So he pulled over. A quick search told him everything. The Graham Platner story had broken. Brewer, chair…
How a Grieving Trump Decided to Back Lindsey Graham’s Sister for Senate
The president initially backed a little-known congressman. Then he talked to Gov. Henry McMaster and Ms. Graham herself.
There are only a few anti-ageing supplements that actually work
When it comes to supplements to stave off the effects of ageing, columnist Graham Lawton admits he is a hardened sceptic. But he finds some evidence for a few that can improve biological age as we grow older
Suspect tied to business burglaries, stolen ATMs in south Bexar County, affidavit states
Mystkial Garcia-Alvear, 27, is facing charges in connection with a series of burglaries last September. Bexar County sheriff's investigators believe he was part of a burglary ring.
Dan Bongino calls socialism ‘bumper sticker politics’ as it surges in popularity among youth
Former FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino critiques the appeal of socialist ideologies among younger voters on ‘The Ingraham Angle.’
New cost for local businesses? Winter Garden weighs 5% tax increase
Winter Garden commissioners are expected to vote Thursday on a proposal to increase the city’s local business tax by 5%, a move city leaders say is needed to keep pace with inflation but one that comes as some downtown businesses continue recovering from months of disruption.
Maine’s Bet on the Progressive Platform
Maine Democrats have coalesced around Troy Jackson, a progressive former state senator who lost a gubernatorial election earlier this summer, to replace Graham Platner on the Senate ticket. Also: A new slate of Black officials is poised to lead some of Maryland's biggest counties.
Former SC governor to challenge Darline Graham for late brother’s Senate seat
Mark Sanford will challenge the late Graham’s sister, Sen. Darline Graham, who was sworn in to serve out the remainder of her brother’s term.
Graham Platner’s Downfall Shows How Democratic and Republican Political Operatives Have Lost the Plot
A former chief of staff to Andrew Cuomo and Chris Christie writes for Vanity Fair about how both parties have lost the plot, as the Maine Senate situation so perfectly illustrates.
St. Augustine caps pedicab operators, adds new rules for tour businesses
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Big Question Swirling Around Graham’s Funeral: Will Netanyahu Attend? | WSJ Politics Newsletter for July 23
Plus, the U.S. is surging forces to the Middle East and a date for Nicolás Maduro’s criminal trial is set
PEST PROBLEMS? These Central Florida eateries closed over health concerns last week
Over a dozen more eateries across Central Florida were forced to close down after receiving a visit from a health inspector last week, according to state records.
Graham Sports & Entertainment Partners and Bolt Ventures Launch Pin High Golf Platform with Acquisition of MyGolfSpy
Graham Sports & Entertainment Partners and Bolt Ventures acquire MyGolfSpy to launch Pin High Golf.
All Wet Sports closing after 24 years in Jacksonville
After more than two decades of introducing Jacksonville residents to the joys of paddling, windsurfing and wakeboarding, All Wet Sports is closing its doors.
On 'Little Miss Twain,' Shania Twain reflects on her humble beginnings and her late mother
Shania Twain's new album, “Little Miss Twain,” explores her early life in Northern Ontario, Canada, a chapter she says most of her fans don't know much about.
Woman shot in neck after shooting at southeast Houston business
A 20-year-old woman was shot in the neck after gunfire erupted outside a southeast Houston business Wednesday, according to the Houston Police Department.
How Troy Jackson went from an anti-abortion Republican to the Democrats’ hope for defeating Susan Collins
Troy Jackson is on the verge of replacing Graham Platner as the Democratic nominee for Senate in Maine after harnessing the enthusiasm of former Platner supporters who were galvanized by the oyster farmer’s insurgent campaign.
Man shot after altercation outside business on Detroit’s southwest side
A man in his 20s was wounded in a shooting following a physical altercation outside a business on Detroit’s southwest side.
Why have political double standards gotten worse?
Are double standards becoming the norm in American politics? In this episode of “Make It Make Sense,” Carine Hajjar and Brad Palumbo, an independent journalist and YouTube creator, break down the growing fractures on both the left and the right. They discuss recent Senate races involving Graham Platner and Abdul El-Sayed; the controversy surrounding Ken Paxton in Texas; and how media echo chambers, viral clips and conspiracy theories are pushing the country further apart.
Troy Jackson’s sudden rise in Maine invites scrutiny of his past and his vulnerabilities
Former Maine Senate President Troy Jackson is Democrats’ likely nominee to take on GOP Sen. Susan Collins in an expensive, consequential race following Graham Platner’s exit.
Politics & Power: President Trump’s White House windfall of $2.2B and the ethics questions that follow
Matt Corrigan, a political analyst from Jacksonville University, joins News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton on this week’s Politics & Power to discuss the ethics questions raised about policy and profit colliding after President Donald Trump’s $2.2 billion financial disclosures.
South Carolina Republicans test Trump's clout in race for Graham's seat
There’s a power struggle brewing in South Carolina, and Trump might not win.
Lindsey Graham, J.D. Vance and the politics of accommodation
The most unsettling aspect about our politics isn't that politicians lie. It's that we expect them to.
Is Graham Platner an indicator of our party politics?
Why did Democrats stick with Platner for so long and what does it say about our politics today?
Stinespring tells RVSC Maroons must stay hungry
The Roanoke College head football coach spoke at the Roanoke Valley Sports Club Monday night.
Darline Graham’s Political Views Largely Unknown As She Launches Senate Campaign
Lindsey Graham became his sister’s legal guardian after their parents died when she was 13.
Democrats avoid a messy fight in Maine, but uncertainty lingers: From the Politics Desk
Plus, Darline Graham to seek full Senate term in South Carolina.
'I'm in.' Darline Graham says she will run for a full term in Lindsey Graham's Senate seat
The entrance of Darline Graham into the Republican scramble to select a new Senate nominee further complicates an already rushed process following Lindsey Graham's death earlier this month.
Sen. Darline Graham will seek full term to her late brother’s seat
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster (R) appointed her last week to temporarily fill the Senate seat of her brother, Lindsey Graham.
Sen. Darline Graham running for full Senate term after being appointed to Lindsey Graham’s seat
Sen. Darline Graham announced that she will run for her late brother’s seat this November, after being appointed last week to serve out the rest of Lindsey Graham’s term.
Troy Jackson emerges as likely Senate pick for Maine Democrats
Former Maine lawmaker and logger Troy Jackson is set to become the state's Democratic Senate nominee after Graham Platner's exit.
Trump ally to run for two offices at same time, including Lindsey Graham’s seat
The South Carolina Election Commission clarified last week that candidates can appear on general election ballots for multiple offices.
Republicans defy Trump, jump into South Carolina Senate race despite his handpicked successor
Trump endorsed Darline Graham for Lindsey Graham's Senate seat, but Ralph Norman and Russell Fry are jumping into the GOP primary race anyway.
Troy Jackson gains momentum to replace Platner
Former Maine lawmaker Troy Jackson has moved into a strong position to replace Graham Platner as the Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Maine after several of his opponents dropped out of the race.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Arizona’s state primary
Arizona Republicans will choose a nominee in a state primary Tuesday to challenge Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs in November.
In Maine Senate Race, Democrats Go From Chaos to Coronation
Troy Jackson’s emergence as the clear front-runner to replace Graham Platner spares the party some challenges but points to some new ones.
At least 930 people have died in Congo's Ebola outbreak
Congo's health ministry says at least 930 people have died in the country's Ebola outbreak.
Troy Jackson gains momentum to replace Platner as Democrats' Senate candidate in Maine
Former Maine lawmaker Troy Jackson has moved into a strong position to replace Graham Platner as the Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Maine after several of his opponents dropped out of the race
Troy Jackson gains momentum to replace Platner as Democrats' Senate candidate in Maine
Former Maine lawmaker Troy Jackson has moved into a strong position to replace Graham Platner as the Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Maine after several of his opponents dropped out of the race.
Troy Jackson gains momentum to replace Platner as Democrats' Senate candidate in Maine
Former Maine lawmaker Troy Jackson has moved into a strong position to replace Graham Platner as the Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Maine after several of his opponents dropped out of the race.
Platner ally Troy Jackson locks down delegates as top rivals for Democratic Senate nomination drop out
Troy Jackson locked up delegates after rivals Shenna Bellows and Nirav Shah dropped out of the race to replace Graham Platner against Susan Collins.
Madonna and the Muppets take the World Cup stage
Madonna opened the World Cup halftime show with her 2000 dance-pop hit “Music,” joined by star Brazilian soccer players of yesteryear, Ronaldo and Ronaldinho.
Madonna and the Muppets take the World Cup stage
Madonna opened the World Cup halftime show with her 2000 dance-pop hit “Music,” joined by star Brazilian soccer players of yesteryear, Ronaldo and Ronaldinho.
Maine Democrats rally around logger Troy Jackson to replace Graham Platner
Jackson, a progressive who champions worker rights and Medicare-for-all, has quickly emerged as the favorite to take on Republican Susan Collins in the Senate race in November.
Bellows drops out of U.S. Senate race
Bellows is one of 13 Democrats seeking the nomination after Graham Platner dropped out.
In Maine Senate Race, Jackson Sprints Ahead of Pack, as Bellows Drops Out
Troy Jackson, a progressive, solidified his edge over his rivals in an abbreviated nominating contest to replace Graham Platner. Shenna Bellows, another candidate, bowed out.
In Maine, Bellows Ends Senate Bid as Jackson Builds Momentum
The Maine secretary of state ended her run in a crowded race to replace Graham Platner as the Democratic Senate nominee.
Not Greek to them. Scholars question Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey'
Greek translator Emily Wilson finds the release of Christopher Nolan's film "The Odyssey" both gratifying and unsatisfying.
Not Greek to them. Scholars question Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey'
Greek translator Emily Wilson finds the release of Christopher Nolan's film "The Odyssey" both gratifying and unsatisfying.
Not Greek to them. Scholars question Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey'
Greek translator Emily Wilson finds the release of Christopher Nolan's film "The Odyssey" both gratifying and unsatisfying.
Not Greek to them. Scholars question Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey'
Greek translator Emily Wilson finds the release of Christopher Nolan's film "The Odyssey" both gratifying and unsatisfying.
In Graham Platner’s home county and across Maine, Troy Jackson gains early edge in Senate fight
Delegates supporting Jackson, a former state legislator with labor backing, won most of the spots up for grabs on Saturday for the upcoming Democratic nominating convention.
AIPAC has spent a record amount on Michigan's Senate primary, the biggest test of its influence yet
U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens is benefiting from tens of millions in pro-Israel spending in her race to be the Democratic nominee for Senate in Michigan.
Andy Biggs and David Schweikert offer competing visions for Republican Party in Arizona primary
Rep. Andy Biggs and Rep. David Schweikert are clashing in the Republican primary for Arizona governor.
How to keep the air inside your home clean during wildfires
When the air is smoky from burning wildfires, health experts say to stay indoors.