What to know about Darline Graham Nordone, South Carolina’s newest senator

Published July 13, 2026 7:50pm ET



Gov. Henry McMaster (R-SC) appointed Darline Graham Nordone on Monday to fill the Senate seat left vacant by the unexpected death of her brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham, to complete the remainder of his term.

A special Republican primary next month will determine which GOP candidate advances to the November general election to face Democratic nominee Annie Andrews.

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