Trump's influence still looms large in South Carolina GOP nomination

so here we are again, another day another headline reminding us how Trump's name is still tied to controversy, even if it's through someone else like Darline Graham, who just won the GOP nomination to replace her late brother in the U.S. Senate. it’s wild how the political landscape is still so heavily influenced by Trump’s backing, as if his endorsement is some sort of magic elixir for political newcomers, but honestly it just shows how deep his tentacles are in the GOP. the article mentions that it was an unknown whether Trump's support would be enough to give Graham a boost, but the fact that this is even a question shows how much his shadow looms over the party, like a dark cloud that just won’t go away. it’s frustrating because it feels like we’re stuck in this cycle where Trump’s divisive rhetoric and questionable policies are still the measuring stick for GOP candidates, and that’s just not healthy for democracy or for the rule of law. we need leaders who stand for accountability and integrity, not just those who can play the Trump card when it suits them. this matters because it’s a reminder that the fight for American values is far from over, and we can’t let the GOP be a party that’s just a vessel for Trump’s whims and fancies. we need to hold our leaders accountable and push for a future that reflects the best of what America can be, not the worst. link: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/darline-graham-wins-south-carolina-gop-nomination-to-replace-her-late-brother-in-u-s-senate