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Filling the seat: Process underway to fill Graham vacancy

Gov. Henry McMaster appointed Darline Graham Nordone to temporarily fill the Senate seat, and she could also enter the special primary.

Filling the seat: Process underway to fill Graham vacancy
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After Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death, South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster appointed Graham’s sister, Darline Graham Nordone, as a temporary replacement. A special Republican primary is scheduled for Aug. 11, with the winner set to face Democrat Annie Andrews in November.

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Temporary replacement for Sen. Lindsey Graham and possible Republican primary candidate

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ALSO MENTIONED  Henry McMaster, South Carolina governor who appointed the temporary replacement; Kash Patel, FBI director who confirmed the agency would assist local authorities

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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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