South Carolina's next steps after senator's death
Summary
Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina died unexpectedly while running for a fifth term. Governor Henry McMaster must appoint a temporary replacement and the state will hold a special primary election to select the Republican candidate for the November general election.Key Facts
- Sen. Lindsey Graham died from a tear in his aorta.
- Graham was running for his fifth term in the U.S. Senate.
- Governor McMaster will appoint a temporary senator until January.
- A special primary filing period starts July 21, with the primary election on August 11.
- If needed, a runoff would be held on August 25.
- The winner of the special primary will have about two months to campaign for the general election on November 3.
- Federal law requires military and overseas ballots 45 days before elections, complicating the timeline.
- Several Republicans, including Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and Rep. Nancy Mace, are interested in Graham’s seat.
- It is unlikely any House member will be appointed temporarily due to a slim Republican majority in the House.
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