Darline Grahams primary challenge and Trump shifts to low-keying it with Iran: Morning Rundown
Darline Graham faces an uphill battle in the race for her late brother Lindsey’s Senate seat.Trump signals a shift to economic pressure as the Iran war keeps drifting.
And nearly 100 fires across the U.S.strain firefighting resources.Here’s what to know today.Trump’s endorsement may not be enough for Darline Graham to win her brother’s seatRalph Norman; Darline Graham.USA Today Network; Getty ImagesDespite President Donald Trump’s endorsement of Darline Graham, tomorrow’s Republican primary to replace her late brother Lindsey on the November ballot is likely headed to a runoff.
This is Morning Rundown, a weekday newsletter to start your day.Sign up here to get it in your inbox.Multiple sources told NBC News they predict the runoff will be between Graham and Rep.
Ralph Norman, who ran unsuccessfully for governor this year.The matchup could be an uphill climb for Graham, who has never held elected office before now and had a short window to introduce herself to voters.
The South Carolina race is also another test of the president’s power.He remains popular in the state, but the GOP base has shown an independent streak.
Trump’s endorsement could backfire in a runoff, one person said: “Norman just spent millions raising his name ID in the governor’s race.And South Carolinians are too independent to accept a coronation.”Here’s what else to know.More politics news:Rep.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said she hasn’t ruled out a potential run for president or the Senate in 2028.The New York representative also spoke about a personal milestone she revealed last week — freezing her eggs — and why she decided to publicly share the news.Former President Joe Biden’s cancer is spreading, his son Hunter said, describing it as “very debilitating.” GOP Sen.
Jim Banks told NBC News’ “Meet the Press” that embattled Rep.Max Miller should drop his re-election bid and resign if the abuse allegations are true.
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