2024 Midterms

Pediatrician Challenges Graham in Tough South Carolina Senate Race

Annie Andrews, a South Carolina Democrat, has announced her candidacy against incumbent Senator Lindsey Graham in the 2024 midterms. Highlighting her experience as a pediatrician and Graham’s evolving political stances, Andrews aims to capitalize on the considerable fundraising potential of challenging Graham, referencing Jaime Harrison’s 2020 campaign. Despite the significant financial advantage Graham holds and his close ties to Donald Trump, Andrews believes a changing political climate and early entry into the race will allow her to secure necessary resources and compete effectively. She plans to utilize Graham’s relationship with Trump as a campaign strategy, betting on growing dissatisfaction with the former president in South Carolina.

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Florida County Shifts: Democrat Narrows GOP Margin in Trump Stronghold

Despite losing the special election for Florida’s 1st Congressional District to Trump-endorsed Republican Jimmy Patronis, Democrat Gay Valimont significantly narrowed the Republican margin of victory, even flipping Escambia County—a county Trump won by 19 points in 2024. While Patronis won overall by a 17-point margin, Valimont’s strong performance, along with similar results in another Florida special election, suggests a potential shift in the political landscape. Democrats are highlighting these improved results in traditionally Republican strongholds as evidence of growing momentum heading into the 2026 midterms.

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