President Donald Trump is pushing for an unexpected replacement to fill the vacancy left by the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., in the Senate. Trump wants South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster to tap Graham’s sister, Darline Graham Nordone, to be appointed to the lawmaker’s suddenly open seat for the remainder of his term.

Trump’s Recommendation

Trump said on Truth Social, ‘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!’

Graham and his younger sister, Darline, had a unique bond, given that, after their parents died, the lawmaker legally adopted and raised her. A key Republican, Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., also wants to see Graham’s sister get the nod for his seat.

Scott’s Support

Scott said on X, ‘Lindsey Graham’s sister, Darline Graham Nordone, would be a fantastic pick to serve out the remainder of the Senate term. After speaking with Darline, there is no one better who understands Lindsey’s love for family, our state, and our country.’

Scott had earlier floated both former Rep. Trey Gowdy and former Sen. Jim DeMint as possible replacements in the interim. He hoped that McMaster would ‘put a placeholder and let the voters decide’ later during a forthcoming special election.

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