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Who is Darline Graham Nordone, the choice to fill Lindsey Graham's Senate seat?

Darline Graham Nordone was appointed to serve the remainder of her late brother’s Senate term.

Who is Darline Graham Nordone, the choice to fill Lindsey Graham's Senate seat?
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South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster appointed Darline Graham Nordone to serve the remainder of her late brother Lindsey Graham’s Senate term. Nordone said she would support the President and continue her brother’s work.

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South Carolina senator appointed to finish Lindsey Graham’s term

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

Late South Carolina senator whose vacant seat was filled by his sister

Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President who recommended Nordone for the interim Senate seat

ALSO MENTIONED  Henry McMaster, South Carolina governor who appointed Nordone

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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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