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Who is Darline Graham, Sen. Lindsey Graham's sister?

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

Who is Darline Graham, Sen. Lindsey Graham's sister?
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Darline Graham was appointed to serve the remainder of her late brother Lindsey Graham’s Senate term through January. The article profiles their close relationship and Darline’s longstanding presence in her brother’s political life.

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Darline Graham
R · SC · SEN

Interim appointee to her late brother’s Senate seat

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

Late senator and Darline Graham’s brother

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President who recommended Darline Graham for the interim appointment

Democratic candidate expected to face the Republican nominee

ALSO MENTIONED  Bob McAlister, Former campaign consultant to Lindsey Graham; Henry McMaster, South Carolina governor who appointed Darline Graham

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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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