Nikki Haley Responds To Running For Graham’s Seat

herself, calling her “the most qualified person” for the role.

The vacancy comes at a sensitive time for South Carolina Republicans, who hold strong majorities in the state but face a potentially open race for a long-held Senate seat.

Graham had been a fixture in the Senate since 2003, known for his hawkish foreign policy views and close alliance with former President Donald Trump recently.

Rep. Nancy Mace, R-S.C., said Sunday that she is open to running for the U.S. Senate seat left vacant by the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, while emphasizing that her immediate focus remains on honoring her longtime colleague.