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How a Grieving Trump Decided to Back Lindsey Graham’s Sister for Senate
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- Following Senator Lindsey Graham's death, President Trump initially suggested appointing Russell Fry, a loyal MAGA House member, to fill the Senate seat.
- South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster preferred Darline Graham, the late senator's sister and a disability rights advocate, for the interim appointment.
- After discussions, Trump ultimately endorsed Darline Graham not only as a temporary appointee but also as a candidate for the full six-year Senate term.
- The decision-making process was marked by emotional moments and high political stakes, occurring amid a tight timeline leading to a rare open Republican primary in South Carolina.
- The events highlighted the complexities of political succession and the personal impact of Senator Graham's death on key figures involved.
