Senator Lindsey Graham, a staunch ally of President Donald Trump, has issued a public plea for the President to cease racially charged attacks on Vice Presidential nominee Kamala Harris. In a rare instance of public disagreement with the President, Graham expressed concern that Trump’s rhetoric is counterproductive and could cost him the election.

“I think it’s a mistake to attack Kamala Harris on her race,” Graham stated in an interview on Fox News. “This is your election to lose, Mr. President, and attacking her on something like that is just not going to help. It’s not going to resonate with the American people.”

Graham’s comments come after Trump repeatedly referred to Harris as “nasty” and “mean” during the first Presidential debate, and has recently made veiled attacks on her race and heritage. These attacks have been widely condemned by Democrats and some Republicans as being divisive and racially charged.

While Graham has been a vocal supporter of Trump throughout his presidency, he has also expressed concern about the President’s rhetoric in the past. He previously criticized Trump’s attacks on the judiciary and his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Graham’s public rebuke is significant given his close relationship with Trump. It suggests that even within the President’s own party, there is growing concern about his approach to the election and the potential consequences of his rhetoric.

The implications of Graham’s statement remain to be seen. It is unclear whether Trump will heed his advice or continue with his current strategy. However, Graham’s remarks highlight the growing unease among some Republicans about the President’s aggressive tactics and their potential impact on the election.

With less than two months until Election Day, the focus will undoubtedly remain on how the candidates approach the remaining debates and campaign events. Whether Trump will adopt a more moderate tone or continue his attack-driven strategy remains a key question as the election approaches.