Trump backs Lindsey Graham's sister to finish Senate term
Summary
President Donald Trump recommended that South Carolina's governor appoint Lindsey Graham’s sister, Darline Graham Nordone, to fill the Senate seat left vacant by the late senator’s death. The appointee would serve until January, when a new senator will be elected in a special election on August 11.Key Facts
- President Trump suggested Darline Graham Nordone, sister of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, as interim senator.
- South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster will announce the appointment to fill the vacancy.
- The appointment would last until January, when the current Senate term ends.
- Lindsey Graham, who died recently, had no children and was close to his sister, having adopted her after their parents passed away.
- Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina supports Nordone as a good temporary replacement.
- A special election to choose a new senator for the remaining term will be held on August 11.
- Lindsey Graham was seeking reelection before his death.
- Governor McMaster planned a news conference to honor Graham and announce the appointment.
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