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South Carolina governor taps Graham’s sister for vacant Senate seat
The appointment came hours after Trump wrote on social media that he recommended McMaster select Graham's sister for the temporary seat — an interim post that will run until the current term ends on Jan. 3.
South Carolina senator Lindsey Graham was seeking a fifth six-year Senate term in the November midterm election at the time of his passing. (Courtesy Photo)
By: Xinhua News Agency, Journalist @New Vision
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WASHINGTON — South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Lindsey Graham's sister, Darline Graham, to serve the remainder of his Senate term following a recommendation by US President Donald Trump.
McMaster made the announcement in a press conference held to honour the US senator, who passed away Saturday at the age of 71.
"Today, under the law, it's my duty and honour to name someone to serve in the place of this irresistible man, this irreplaceable man, this extraordinary man, for the remainder of his term," he said.
"Lindsey took care of his little sister in years long departed. It's my honour to ask his little sister, Darline Graham, to finish his work for him now," said McMaster.
"Today, under the law, it's my duty and honour to name someone to serve in the place of this irresistible man, this irreplaceable man, this extraordinary man, for the remainder of his term," he said.
"Lindsey took care of his little sister in years long departed. It's my honour to ask his little sister, Darline Graham, to finish his work for him now," said McMaster.
The appointment came hours after Trump wrote on social media that he recommended McMaster select Graham's sister for the temporary seat — an interim post that will run until the current term ends on Jan. 3.
Graham was seeking a fifth six-year Senate term in the November midterm election. His sudden passing leaves an immediate vacuum on the ballot, forcing South Carolina Republicans to quickly find a replacement nominee for that race.
South Carolina businessman Mark Lynch, Congresswoman Nancy Mace from South Carolina, as well as Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette are among the potential candidates, NBC News reported.
Graham was seeking a fifth six-year Senate term in the November midterm election. His sudden passing leaves an immediate vacuum on the ballot, forcing South Carolina Republicans to quickly find a replacement nominee for that race.
South Carolina businessman Mark Lynch, Congresswoman Nancy Mace from South Carolina, as well as Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette are among the potential candidates, NBC News reported.