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Trump Backs Lindsey Graham's Sister to Serve Rest of His Senate Term

Trump urged South Carolina’s governor to appoint Darline Graham Nordone to her brother’s vacant Senate seat.

Trump Backs Lindsey Graham's Sister to Serve Rest of His Senate Term
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This article1 analysis · Oct 4, 2026
Jul 13, 2026
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Donald Trump urged South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster to appoint Darline Graham Nordone to the Senate seat left vacant by her brother Lindsey Graham’s death. McMaster was scheduled to announce an appointment on July 13.

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Recommended Darline Graham Nordone for the interim Senate seat

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Person recommended for the interim Senate appointment

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

Late senator whose death left the seat vacant

Tim Scott
R · SC · SEN

South Carolina senator who supported Nordone as a pick

Democratic candidate in the general election for the Senate seat

ALSO MENTIONED  Henry McMaster, South Carolina governor expected to appoint an interim senator

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Darline Graham Nordone's Appointment to Lindsey Graham's Senate Seat

Outlets agree that President Donald Trump recommended Darline Graham Nordone to fill the South Carolina Senate seat left vacant by her late brother, Lindsey Graham, ahead of an interim appointment by Governor Henry McMaster and a special election. Coverage across the spectrum takes a similar approach, focusing on the temporary succession. Left-leaning outlets highlight South Carolina's appointment rules and the upcoming primary. Center outlets report McMaster's appointment and supportive statements from Republican lawmakers. Right-leaning outlets focus on the tribute to Graham and political implications, with HotAir noting it honors the late senator.

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