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Donald Trump recommended that Lindsey Graham’s sister be named as the senator’s temporary replacement after his death on Saturday.
Trump posted on social media that the South Carolina governor, Henry McMaster, should appoint Darline Graham Nordone to fulfill the rest of Graham’s term, which expires in January.
“I recommended, to Governor Henry McMaster, Lindsey Graham’s wonderful sister, Darline, to serve as interim Senator from the Great State of South Carolina. This would be a fabulous tribute to Lindsey, who loved her dearly!” he wrote.
McMaster’s office has announced that he will hold a press conference this afternoon to announce who he is selecting to fill the remainder of Lindsey Graham’s term.
He will also make remarks on Graham’s life and service at the news conference at ۴pm ET.
The person appointed will serve as senator until Graham’s term ends in early January. There will be a special Republican primary on ۱۱ August for his permanent successor.
