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U.S. Representative Ralph Norman has announced his campaign for the U.S. Senate in South Carolina following the death of longtime Senator Lindsey Graham, setting up a competitive Republican primary to fill the vacant seat.
The South Carolina Republican confirmed his decision during an interview with Fox News on Saturday, pledging to support President Donald Trump’s America First agenda if elected. Norman said he would focus on advancing conservative priorities in Washington and argued that Trump needs lawmakers who remain committed under political pressure.
In a statement posted on his campaign website, Norman described the upcoming election as a critical moment for the country, saying voters should choose leaders who consistently defend conservative values rather than compromise on key issues.
His announcement comes a day after President Trump publicly encouraged Darline Graham, the late senator’s sister, to enter the special Republican primary scheduled for August 11. In a Truth Social post, Trump said she would be the best person to honor her brother’s legacy and represent South Carolina in the Senate.
Darline Graham, who was sworn in on Tuesday as the interim senator, released an open letter praising Lindsey Graham’s decades of service to both South Carolina and the nation. While she said it was now time for her to step up for the state, she stopped short of confirming whether she would join the Republican primary race.
Candidates are expected to officially file for the election next week. Republicans Duke Buckner and Mark Lynch have already declared their intention to seek the Senate seat.
Norman, 73, previously ran unsuccessfully for South Carolina governor earlier this year. A lifelong resident of Rock Hill, he built his career in commercial real estate before entering politics. He has represented South Carolina’s 5th Congressional District in the U.S. House since 2017 after serving 11 years in the South Carolina House of Representatives.
According to his congressional biography, Norman has consistently backed limited government, individual liberties, and fiscally conservative policies throughout his political career.
