Senate term

Sen. Lindsey Graham received tributes from colleagues as his sister Darline Graham Nordone was appointed to fill his Senate seat. The appointment aims to finish out his term following his passing.

Lindsey Graham's sister will complete his Senate term. President Trump endorsed the appointment, calling it a 'fabulous tribute' to her brother.

Lindsey Graham's sister is set to finish his Senate term. President Trump endorsed the appointment, calling it a 'fabulous tribute' to her brother.

Lindsey Graham's sister is set to complete his Senate term. President Trump endorsed her appointment, calling it a 'fabulous tribute' to her brother.

Lindsey Graham's sister is set to finish his Senate term. President Trump expressed support for her appointment, calling it a 'fabulous tribute' to her brother.

President Trump recommended Darline Graham Nordone, the sister of late U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, to fill his Senate term through early January. South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster will announce the appointment, and a special election will determine the full-term candidate.

President Trump recommended that South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster select Darline Graham Nordone to serve the remainder of her brother's Senate term. Her brother died suddenly during his campaign for a fifth term.

The death of Senator Lindsey Graham triggers a political scramble, with South Carolina governor Henry McMaster tasked to appoint a successor to serve until January 3. A special primary election on August 11 will determine the candidate for the November ballot, with Trump indicating support for a potential nominee.