Following the death of Senator Lindsey Graham on Saturday, President Donald Trump has recommended that South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster appoint Graham's sister, Darline Graham Nordone, to fill the remainder of his term. The recommendation came in a Truth Social post Monday and was reported across multiple news outlets.
Trump described appointing Nordone as a “fabulous tribute” to Lindsey Graham, who served as a Senator for South Carolina until his death. NBC News reports that Trump specifically recommended Nordone to Governor McMaster. CBS News announced that McMaster will hold a press conference to announce his pick for the vacancy. The move comes as South Carolina Republicans prepared for a special primary election to replace Graham on the GOP ticket, according to CNBC.
The New York Times and Breitbart both reported Trump’s endorsement of Nordone, with Breitbart highlighting Trump's statement about it being a “fabulous tribute.” The Washington Times also noted Trump’s recommendation that Nordone serve as an interim senator until the end of Graham’s term in January. Newsmax similarly relayed Trump urging his sister to fill the Senate seat.
No right-leaning sources reported on any opposition to this appointment, and no sources indicated disagreement with the idea of appointing Nordone. The decision now rests with Governor McMaster, who is expected to formally announce his selection shortly.
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