South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster appointed Darline Graham Nordone, sister of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, to serve the remainder of his Senate term, which ends in early January. McMaster stated at a news conference that it was his duty and honor to name someone to fill the position left by Graham, who passed away at the age of 71 due to a ruptured aorta. Graham Nordone expressed gratitude for the appointment, stating it was an honor to serve in her brother's place. She will be sworn in at 2:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, becoming South Carolina's first female senator. The appointment follows a recommendation from former President Donald Trump, who referred to it as a tribute to Lindsey Graham. Several potential candidates are considering running for the Senate seat in the upcoming special primary election, including businessman Mark Lynch and Rep. Nancy Mace. Under South Carolina law, candidates have until July 21 to file for the special primary election scheduled for August 11.
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South Carolina Governor Appoints Darline Graham Nordone to Senate Seat
Governor Henry McMaster of South Carolina has appointed Darline Graham Nordone, the sister of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, to complete his Senate term. She will be sworn in on Tuesday, making her the first female senator from South Carolina. The appointment follows a recommendation from former President Trump, and several candidates are expected to run for the Senate seat in the upcoming special primary election.
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South Carolina governor appoints Lindsey Graham's sister to finish his Senate term
South Carolina Governor Appoints Darline Graham Nordone to Senate Seat