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Darline Graham sworn in to finish Lindsey Graham's term
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Key Points:
- Darline Graham was sworn in as South Carolina’s new U.S. senator, filling the seat left vacant by her brother, the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, just three days after his death.
- Appointed by Gov. Henry McMaster, Darline Graham is South Carolina’s first female senator and has no prior public office experience; she previously worked as an optician and for state agencies.
- Lindsey Graham died unexpectedly from an aortic dissection; he was a prominent Republican senator and ally of President Trump, who supported Darline’s appointment.
- A special primary election to select a new Republican nominee for the seat will be held in August, with several GOP candidates considering runs.
- Senators and officials warmly welcomed Darline Graham in the Senate, reflecting on Lindsey Graham’s legacy and offering support as she steps into her new role amid personal loss.
