On The Charlie James Show (August 19, 2026, Hour 1, Segment 1), host Charlie James opens the broadcast by discussing the South Carolina Senate runoff early voting schedule and reviewing a recent debate hosted by Newsmax. James highlights a controversial moment where candidate Darlene Graham admitted her lack of expertise in national security—a statement that drew noticeable gasps from the live audience. Featuring clips from his appearance on Newsmax with guest Armstrong Williams, James debates the merits of Graham’s candid response versus the readiness expected of a United States Senator. The segment wraps up with caller interactions, including a discussion with a caller who argues that voters should back Graham based on Donald Trump's endorsement, a premise James respectfully challenges by emphasizing local voter independence.
