Tim Scott defends Darline Graham’s ‘national security is not my thing’ comment
Senator Tim Scott is defending fellow Republican Darline Graham following her controversial 'national security is not my thing' comment during a debate. Graham, appointed to the seat after her brother's death, faces a primary runoff election.
Why it matters
The incident highlights political scrutiny regarding the qualifications of appointed officials and the importance of national security expertise in the U.S. Senate.
Donald Trump watches Senator Darline Graham speak at her campaign event at the Myrtle Beach convention center in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, on 21 August 2026. Donald Trump watches Senator Darline Graham speak at her campaign event at the Myrtle Beach convention center in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, on 21 August 2026. South Carolina Tim Scott defends Darline Graham’s ‘national security is not my thing’ comment Republican senator tries to assuage concerns but does not offer details of Graham’s national security experience
Prefer the Guardian on Google Tim Scott defended fellow US South Carolina Republican senator Darline Graham’s knowledge of national security issues ahead of their state’s runoff election on Tuesday.
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