Andre Bauer Drops Out Of Senate Race

Former South Carolina Lt. Gov. André Bauer (R) is suspending his Senate campaign that sought to primary Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), saying he doesn’t want to further contribute to division in the country. Bauer, in a Friday post on social platform X, said he didn’t make the decision lightly and entered the race with a goal of serving, believing the country needs leaders “grounded in truth, integrity, and faith.” Bauer likely faced long odds challenging Graham, a close ally of President Trump who has already secured his endorsement. The incumbent senator also has the support of South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster (R) and his colleague Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.), the chair of Senate Republicans’ campaign arm.