Nexstar to host South Carolina Senate debate
Nexstar Media Group is set to host a televised debate for Republican candidates seeking South Carolina’s US Senate seat previously held by Lindsey Graham. The event is intended to give voters a statewide opportunity to compare candidates shortly before the special primary, in a race made unusually significant by the vacancy.
The debate is scheduled for 4 August and will be broadcast across Nexstar’s South Carolina television stations and digital platforms. It comes ahead of the 11 August Republican special primary, with the winning candidate expected to advance to the November election for the Senate seat.
In short
- Nexstar will televise a South Carolina Republican Senate debate on 4 August.
- Candidates are competing to succeed the late Senator Lindsey Graham.
- The debate precedes the 11 August special primary.
Explained simply
The US Senate represents each state in Congress, and South Carolina has two senators. Lindsey Graham’s seat is vacant, so voters will choose someone to serve the remainder of his term.
Republicans are selecting a candidate in a special primary, a party vote held to decide who will stand in the main election. The winner is expected to face candidates from other parties in November.
Nexstar Media Group owns television stations and digital platforms in South Carolina. Its debate gives Republican candidates a chance to explain their views to voters across the state.
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