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Trump Backs Lindsey Graham’s Sister to Finish His Senate Term in South Carolina

First publishedJul 12, 17:08 UTC
Last updatedJul 13, 19:17 UTC · 2h ago
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Trump Backs Lindsey Graham’s Sister to Finish His Senate Term in South Carolina
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President Donald Trump recommended that Darline Graham Nordone, Lindsey Graham's sister, be appointed as a temporary replacement in the U.S. Senate. This recommendation was made after Senator Lindsey Graham died on Saturday at age 71. South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster is expected to announce his decision about this appointment on Monday.

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Senator Lindsey Graham passed away recently. President Trump wants his sister, Darline Graham Nordone, to take his seat in the Senate for now. The governor of South Carolina will decide who replaces him. This person will serve until the end of his term. Trump called this a 'fabulous tribute' to Lindsey.

Why it matters

This decision is important because it fills an empty spot in the Senate quickly. It also sets up who might win the next election for that seat.

In brief
Who did President Trump recommend?
He recommended Lindsey Graham's sister, Darline Graham Nordone.
When did Senator Graham die?
Senator Graham died on Saturday at the age of 71.
Who will make the final choice?
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster is expected to announce his pick on Monday.
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Most outlets focus heavily on Trump's direct recommendation and why it matters (the 'tribute'). Some add extra details about the process, like when the term ends or that a special election might follow.

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    Trump strongly backs his sister as the replacement candidate.

    Sources6
    TypeAngle
    NBC NewsRecommends appointment to finish term.
    ABC NewsStates Trump 'wants' her to finish the term.
    CBS NewsUses strong language: 'backs' his sister.
    The Guardian USCalls it a 'fabulous tribute' to him.
    PoliticoStates Trump 'wants' her to fill the seat.
    CNBC Top NewsUrged governor to appoint her as interim senator.
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    2Angle
    Scouting report

    The Governor (McMaster) is expected to announce the decision soon.

    Sources4
    TypeAngle
    PBS NewsHourExpected to announce pick later Monday.
    CBS NewsScheduled to hold a news conference on Monday.
    The Guardian USFocuses on the 'scramble' and what happens next.
    PoliticoMcMaster expected to announce decision later Monday.
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    The replacement will serve temporarily until the end of his term.

    Sources5
    TypeAngle
    NBC NewsTo serve out the remainder of his term.
    ABC NewsTemporary replacement in the Senate.
    CBS NewsServe out the rest of his term.
    The Guardian USTo fulfill the rest of Graham’s term (expires in January).
    CNBC Top NewsFill his Senate seat through the rest of the year.
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