Mark Sanford Throws Hat into Ring for Lindsey Graham's Senate Seat Mark Sanford, former Governor of South Carolina and Congressman, announced his candidacy for Senator Lindsey Graham's seat.
This move sets up a high profile Republican primary battle in the Tar Heel State, where incumbent senators often enjoy significant name recognition and fundraising advantages.
The History of the Senate Seat Lindsey Graham Has Held Lindsey Graham has been a fixture in South Carolina politics since 1994, when he was first elected to the U. S. House of Representatives.