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Darline Graham Sworn in to Finish Lindsey Graham's Term

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

Darline Graham Sworn in to Finish Lindsey Graham's Term
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Darline Graham Nordone was sworn in to serve the remainder of her brother Lindsey Graham’s Senate term after his death. South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster appointed her, and President Donald Trump had announced her as his choice for the seat.

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Darline Graham
R · SC · SEN

South Carolina senator appointed to finish her brother’s term

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

South Carolina senator whose death left the seat vacant

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Chuck Grassley
R · IA · SEN

Senator who administered the oath

Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President who announced Nordone as his choice for the seat

Tim Scott
R · SC · SEN

South Carolina senator present at the swearing-in

Trey Gowdy
Former U.S. Representative (R-SC)

Former congressman whose comments about Lindsey Graham were recounted on Fox

ALSO MENTIONED  Henry McMaster, South Carolina governor who appointed Nordone to the seat

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Darline Graham Sworn In to Complete Lindsey Graham’s Senate Term

Darline Graham was sworn in to serve the remainder of her late brother Lindsey Graham’s Senate term after Gov. Henry McMaster appointed her. Center outlets largely frame the appointment and oath as an interim succession, often noting election logistics, family background or historical firsts. Right-leaning outlets likewise largely report the appointment and oath, while some stress Graham’s pledge to continue her brother’s work and supportive tributes.

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