South Carolina Republican Russell Fry joins race for Graham Senate seat

an aortic dissection the weekend before.

Nordone was sworn in on Tuesday.

Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) is also eyeing a potential bid, while President Trump is encouraging Nordone to run for a full term, which would end in 2033.

The special GOP primary set in motion by Graham’s death will be held on Aug. 11. Filing does not open until July 21.