Before Aug 11, 2026
A special Republican primary on August 11, 2026, will determine the nominee to contest South Carolina's Class 2 U.S. Senate seat left open by the death of Senator Lindsey Graham.
U.S. Representative Russell Fry is emerging as the front-runner due to President Trump's endorsement, competing against potential rivals like Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and Gov. Henry McMaster.
Candidates can file for the seat starting July 21, 2026, with the special primary set for August 11 and a potential runoff on August 25 if no candidate secures a majority.
jewishinsider.comfitsnews.comThe winner will represent South Carolina in the November 3, 2026, general election against Democrat Annie Andrews in a race graded as "solid Republican" by the Cook Political Report.
jewishinsider.comNote: The market resolves to "Yes" only if Fry has *announced* he will run before August 11; current reports indicate he is "taking steps" and "expected" to run, but a formal public announcement has not yet occurred as of July 19.
President Donald Trump publicly endorsed Rep. Russell Fry as an "outstanding" choice to fill the Senate seat vacated by Lindsey Graham's death.
newsmax.cominstagram.comPolitico reported that five anonymous Republicans confirmed Fry has expressed interest in running and has spoken with White House operatives about a potential bid.
newsmax.comfitsnews.comSources close to Fry's campaign told MyrtleBeachSC that he is expected to run for both the U.S. Senate and his House seat simultaneously, though he has not publicly announced or confirmed a dual run.
youtube.comThe filing period for the special Senate election opens, allowing candidates to submit paperwork to run.
jewishinsider.comfitsnews.comThe filing period for the special Senate election closes, establishing the final list of candidates for the August 11 primary.
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President Trump has reportedly promised Fry his "complete and total endorsement" if he enters the race, giving him a critical advantage in a GOP primary.
fitsnews.comTrump insiders view Fry as a strong fundraiser with a safe Republican House seat that will not hurt GOP House margins, making him a favorite among Trump's circle.
newsmax.comaxios.comFry has been making direct calls to White House officials about a possible run this week, indicating active preparation and inside access to the presidential campaign.
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Fry has not publicly announced or confirmed a run for the Senate, and he did not respond to media requests for comment on whether he will file.
youtube.comFiling for the Senate seat does not open until July 21, meaning Fry has not yet taken the formal legal step to declare candidacy before the market close date.
youtube.comSources describe Fry's expected dual run for Senate and Congress as an "expectation reported to MyrtleBeachSC, not a settled fact," and he has not even declared for the Senate.
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