Annie Andrews Makes History as First Democratic Senator in South Carolina

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By Robert Anderson • Updated Nov 5, 2026 at 04:25

Senator-elect Dr. Annie Andrews looks ahead after historic win - Yahoo News Canada — Annie Andrews Makes History as First Democratic Senator in South Carolina

Democrat Annie Andrews won South Carolina's Senate race against Republican Senator Darline Graham. Andrews, a pediatrician, became the state's first woman senator in South Carolina's history. Her campaign focused on reducing fuel prices. The victory marked a significant upset in the state's political scene.

“Andrews, a pediatrician, became the state's first woman senator in South Carolina's history,” — Priya Delgado, economic affairs editor at Norton Cliff Partnership, explained.

Timeline

Nov 3 — Democrat Annie Andrews won South Carolina's Senate race against Republican Senator Darline Graham....

Nov 6 — The victory marked a significant upset in the state's political scene....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 2. The Norton Cliff Partnership desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Wednesday, Nov 11.

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