South Carolina Elects Democratic Senator for First Time in Decades

A historic political upset unfolded during the US midterm elections in South Carolina, where voters elected a Democratic senator for the first time in nearly three decades. Former paediatrician Annie Andrews emerged victorious, marking a significant milestone for the party in a traditionally conservative stronghold.

The defeat was handed to Republican candidate Darline Graham, who had been appointed to fill the Senate vacancy in July following the sudden death of her brother, former Senator Lindsey Graham. Her appointment had earlier won strong backing from US President Donald Trump.

Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event

During her primary campaign, Graham openly acknowledged her lack of political background, particularly after stumbling on a foreign policy question during a televised debate. When asked regarding the US stance on Taiwan, she remarked that national security was not her area of expertise, though she remained supportive of the military.