SC governor appoints Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sister to fulfill his term

Gov. Henry McMaster's appointment Monday comes a day after word of Graham's sudden death, at the age of 71, stunned not only South Carolinians but people around the globe.

By: Jessica Holdman

Outlets: South Carolina Daily Gazette

Published: July 13, 2026

Words: 2,297

Last Updated: 1 week ago

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COLUMBIA — Darline Graham Nordone will finish out the term of her older brother, the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, who adopted and raised her following their parents’ deaths.

Gov. Henry McMaster’s appointment Monday comes a day after word of Graham’s sudden death, at the age of 71, stunned not only South Carolinians but people around the globe.

“It’s my honor to ask his little sister to finish his work,” the governor said in making his …

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