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politics1 month ago•4 min saved

SC taps Graham’s sister to fill out late senator’s term

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster appointed Darline Graham Nordone, Lindsey Graham’s sister who was adopted by him, to finish her brother’s six-year Senate term ending Jan. 3. Nordone’s selection followed a push from former President Trump and a positive nudge from Tim Scott. With Graham’s death, South Carolina will hold a special primary (filing opens July 21; Aug. 11 primary date) to determine a candidate for the seat, with potential contenders including Mark Lynch, Rep. Nancy Mace, and Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette.

via NBC News|

#darline-graham-nordone #henry-mcmaster #lindsey-graham

politics1 month ago•4 min saved

South Carolina girds for post-Graham leadership shift as replacement hunt begins

After Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death, Gov. Henry McMaster must appoint a temporary successor until January, while a special Republican primary for a permanent seat is set for Aug. 11 with filings opening July 21. Potential contenders include Rep. Nancy Mace and Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, among others; Rep. Joe Wilson said he won’t run. Trump hinted at a preferred replacement but wouldn’t name them, and Sen. Tim Scott offered only that he has no insight into McMaster’s choice, as the party weighs interim appointments and the open primary.

via NBC News|

#henry-mcmaster #lindsey-graham #politics

politics1 month ago•198 min saved

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.

via CNN|

#darline-nordone #henry-mcmaster #lindsey-graham

politics1 month ago•23 min saved

Trump backs Graham's sister to finish his Senate term

President Trump recommended that Darline Graham Nordone, Lindsey Graham’s sister, be appointed by South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster to serve the remainder of Graham’s Senate term after his sudden death; with a special primary set for Aug. 11, McMaster will decide the interim replacement amid Republican reactions in South Carolina.

via The Washington Post|

#darline-graham-nordone #henry-mcmaster #lindsey-graham

politics1 month ago•2 min saved

Trump Pushes Graham’s Sister as SC Interim Senator

Former President Donald Trump urged South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster to appoint Lindsey Graham’s sister, Darline Nordone, as interim senator to fill the late lawmaker’s seat, with McMaster expected to announce a replacement. Nordone’s willingness to run for a full term isn’t clear, and other Republicans such as Nancy Mace and Ralph Norman are already eyeing the race.

via Politico|

#darline-nordone #henry-mcmaster #interim-senator

politics1 month ago•22 min saved

SC Gov to Name Graham’s Interim Replacement Ahead of August Primary

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster is expected to appoint a temporary replacement for late Sen. Lindsey Graham, with a special primary in August to determine his successor, a move that could affect the GOP’s Senate majority and policy priorities.

via The Washington Post|

#henry-mcmaster #interim-replacement #lindsey-graham

politics3 months ago•3 min saved

South Carolina Moves to Redraw Maps, Aiming to Eliminate Lone Majority-Black District

Gov. Henry McMaster called lawmakers back for a special session to redraw South Carolina’s congressional map and eliminate its lone majority-Black district, reversing an earlier stance amid pressure from Trump. The plan unfolds as the Senate blocked reconvening and with the June 9 primary deadline looming; proposals to decouple the congressional primary and push it to August could cost about $2.5 million and cause voter confusion. Critics warn that the rushed redistricting could backfire by mobilizing Black turnout and harming Republicans, while officials voice concerns about input and process amid a tight timetable.

via Democracy Docket|

#gerrymandering #henry-mcmaster #politics

politics3 months ago•5 min saved

McMaster to call special session to redraw SC House map, likely cementing GOP 7-0 edge

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster plans a special session to redraw the state House map, a move that would likely yield a 7-0 Republican delegation and threaten Democratic Rep. Jim Clyburn’s seat. The plan reverses his earlier position and follows pressure from Trump allies; lawmakers previously blocked redistricting without a special session. If adjourned, the legislature could pass the map by simple majority, while Democrats and some Republicans weigh the political implications and potential for new seats.

via Politico|

#gerrymandering #henry-mcmaster #jim-clyburn

politics7 months ago•2 min saved

South Carolina Mobilizes Ahead of Impending Winter Storm

Governor Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency and activated the state's emergency operations plan to mobilize resources, potentially deploying the National Guard, as a winter storm threatens South Carolina; residents are urged to prepare and follow weather advisories.

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#emergency-management #henry-mcmaster #politics

politics2 years ago

"Analyzing the Future of the South Carolina GOP Primary Elections"

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster discusses the future of the GOP, emphasizing the need for the party to focus on issues that matter to the American people and to communicate their message effectively. He highlights the importance of unity within the party and the need to address concerns such as immigration, national security, and economic growth.

via POLITICO|

#gop #henry-mcmaster #political-future

politics3 years ago•2 min saved

"SC Supreme Court Upholds Controversial 6-Week Abortion Ban, Allowing it to Take Effect"

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster celebrates a South Carolina Supreme Court ruling upholding the state's Fetal Heartbeat and Protection from Abortion Act, calling it a victory for the sanctity of life. The ruling declared the law constitutional and lifted an injunction that had blocked its enforcement. The state's high court had previously found the 2021 version of the bill unconstitutional, leading to revisions by the General Assembly. The new law generally prohibits abortions after the detection of a fetal heartbeat, with limited exceptions for the health of the mother, fatal fetal anomalies, rape, and incest.

via Live 5 News WCSC|

#abortion #fetal-heartbeat-bill #henry-mcmaster

politics3 years ago•2 min saved

SC Governor McMaster faces backlash for 'hunt them with dogs' comment about Democrats

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster is facing backlash from state Democrats for a remark he made at a Republican Party event, saying "I look forward to the day that Democrats are so rare, we have to hunt them with dogs." Democrats are calling for an apology and a retraction of the "racially-tinged dog whistle," while the governor's spokesperson defended the comment as a light-hearted joke. This is not the first time McMaster has referred to Democrats as "dogs."

via NBC News|

#controversy #democrats #henry-mcmaster