Ralph Norman Joins Crowded GOP Race For Graham's Vacant Senate Seat
Norman is the fourth major Republican in a primary set for August 11, months before November's special election.
- Trump already endorsed Nordone, Graham's sister, who now serves out his unfinished Senate term.
- Norman also faces Lt. Gov. Pamela Evett and Rep. Nancy Mace in the primary.
- Graham died July 18 at 71, after winning this year's Republican nomination outright.
Why it matters: An endorsement settles nothing once a seat is truly open; every candidate obeys only the primary.