President Donald Trump is recommending Darline Graham Nordone, the sister of Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham, to fill his vacant U.S. Senate seat after the South Carolina senator's sudden death on July 11.South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster is expected to name a temporary replacement at 4 p.m. July 13.In a Truth Social post, Trump spelled out his candidate of choice."I recommended, to Governor Henry McMaster, Lindsey Graham’s wonderful sister, Darline, to serve as interim Senator from the Great State of South Carolina," Trump posted. "This would be a fabulous tribute to Lindsey, who loved her dearly!"Graham, who was never married and did not have children, has often referred to the close bond he shared with his younger sister.McMaster has the authority to appoint someone to fill the Senate seat until January 2027.While it is unclear who will be chosen, several names have come up as possible contenders for a Republican special primary, including Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, U.S. Reps. Nancy Mace, R-District 1, and Russell Fry, R-District 7. The filing period in a special election is set to open on July 21, before a special election date of Aug. 11.
SC governor will name Graham's replacement; Trump weighs in
Gov. Henry McMaster is expected to name a temporary replacement Monday afternoon for Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died July 11.
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