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Darline Graham Nordone, sister of Lindsey Graham, picked to fulfill remainder of his Senate term

Darline Graham Nordone was chosen to serve the remaining months of her brother’s Senate term.

Darline Graham Nordone, sister of Lindsey Graham, picked to fulfill remainder of his Senate term
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South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster selected Darline Graham Nordone to serve the remaining months of her late brother Lindsey Graham’s Senate term. The expected special-election schedule may conflict with a federal deadline for military and overseas ballots.

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Darline Graham
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Selected as temporary replacement for her brother’s Senate term

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Lindsey Graham
Former U.S. Senator (R-SC)

South Carolina senator whose death left the remainder of his term to be filled

Nancy Mace
R · SC-1

South Carolina representative mentioned as a potential Senate candidate

Ralph Norman
R · SC-5

South Carolina representative mentioned as a potential Senate candidate

ALSO MENTIONED  Alan Wilson, South Carolina attorney general and Republican gubernatorial nominee; Henry McMaster, South Carolina governor who announced Nordone’s selection; Pamela Evette, South Carolina lieutenant governor mentioned as a potential Senate candidate

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South Carolina Governor Appoints Darline Graham to Senate Seat

Outlets agree South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster appointed Darline Graham Nordone to complete the Senate term of her late brother, Lindsey Graham, following a recommendation from Donald Trump. Left-leaning outlets focus on nepotism and qualification questions, with Newsone arguing the pick exposes political double standards. Center outlets emphasize the succession process and South Carolina's special election timeline. Right-leaning outlets highlight Donald Trump's backing and praise the appointment as a fitting continuation of Lindsey Graham's legacy.

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