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Darline Graham Nordone, sister of Lindsey Graham, picked to fulfill remainder of his US Senate term
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Lindsey Graham died on July 12, 2026, and South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster appointed Graham's sister, Darline Graham Nordone, to fill his Senate seat through the remainder of his term. The appointment was made at Trump's recommendation and was announced Monday, July 13, with Nordone expected to be sworn in Tuesday. This marks a significant moment in Senate composition — Graham had served since 2003 and was a close Trump ally, making his seat a key power position for the Trump administration's legislative agenda.
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“Darline Graham Nordone, sister of Lindsey Graham, picked to fulfill remainder of his US Senate term”
Confirmed by five major news outlets (WaPo, NYT, AP, CNBC, NBC). South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster announced the appointment on July 13, 2026. Lindsey Graham died on Saturday, July 12, 2026.
“She is expected to be sworn in Tuesday”
Washington Post reports swearing-in expected for Tuesday following the Monday announcement.
“President Donald Trump recommended her for the temporary position”
NBC News confirms Trump recommended Nordone for the interim position, which Gov. McMaster accepted.
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