Trump backs Graham’s sister as interim SC senator after Lindsey Graham’s death

President Trump said he recommended Lindsey Graham’s sister, Darline Nordone, be appointed to fill the late senator’s South Carolina seat as interim senator. Governor Henry McMaster is set to announce his pick, with a special primary looming due to Graham’s death and the upcoming election. Senate Majority Leader John Thune indicated he supports the idea. Possible rivals for the special primary include Reps. Nancy Mace and Ralph Norman, while Nikki Haley’s name has previously surfaced in related talks. The story notes the governor’s authority to appoint and that the replacement would face a sprint primary for November.