Lindsey Graham’s sister chosen as replacement after senator’s sudden death
Following the sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham, his sister, Darline Graham Nordone, has been appointed to serve out the remainder of his US Senate term.
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Following the sudden passing of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham on July 11, 2026, at the age of 71 due to an aortic dissection, his sister, Darline Graham Nordone, has been appointed to serve the remainder of his term in the Senate. South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster announced the appointment on July 13, making Nordone the first woman to represent the state in the U.S. Senate.
Darline Graham Nordone will hold the seat until January, when the current term expires. The appointment was publicly supported by former President Donald Trump, who called it a "fabulous tribute" to Senator Graham.
A special election is anticipated to determine the new Republican nominee for the seat, with a primary expected next month.
What each outlet emphasizes
- BBC: reports Lindsey Graham's sister chosen as replacement after senator's death.
- AP: names Darline Graham Nordone as the sister chosen to fulfill the remainder of his US Senate term, also noting concerns about a weaker link to Trump for Ukraine.
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