Graham and Andrews Hold Debate in South Carolina Over Senate Seat

Key points

• Sen. Darline Graham and Democratic nominee Annie Andrews held a debate in Columbia, South Carolina, on Sunday, October 11, 2026.
• The debate lasted one hour and covered topics including Iran, the economy, and artificial intelligence.
• Both candidates argued over who was less qualified for the Senate seat.
• Graham was appointed to serve out her brother’s remaining term.
• Graham received endorsement from President Donald Trump and the debate was their only public exchange ahead of the general election, three weeks before the midterms.
• The race has become unexpectedly close in the weeks leading up to the midterms.
• No official results or vote totals were reported after the debate.
• The Associated Press reported the event. No other candidates participated in the debate. The event was not part of a larger series of Senate debates. No official statements were issued by either candidate after the debate.