Source: Fox News
Summary
President Donald Trump has hinted that he may support Rep. Russell Fry, R-S.C., as a replacement for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham in the upcoming special election. Trump previously backed Fry in his 2022 congressional bid and praised him as “outstanding” and “very, very talented.” Other lawmakers, including Reps. Nancy Mace and Ralph Norman, are also considering a run for the seat. Trump has thrown his support behind Graham’s sister, Sen.-designate Darline Graham, to take over the seat on an interim basis.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
Trump endorses a new candidate, a familiar move in the special election. Russell Fry, a young congressman, is the president’s pick. Fry previously toppled a Trump critic, Rep. Tom Rice, in the primary. Trump’s comments come after Politico reported that Fry has been communicating with the White House. The president’s support is a coveted prize in the special election. Trump also backed Graham’s sister, Sen.-designate Darline Graham, for the interim seat.
It’s business as usual in the special election, with politicians jockeying for position and seeking the president’s endorsement.
Author: Evan Null
