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‘Run, Darline, run!’: Trump endorses Lindsey Graham’s sister for full Senate term

Sister of the South Carolina senator who died last Saturday has not previously held any elected office

The Guardian - US · Jul 17

Trump endorses Lindsey Graham’s sister Darline for a full Senate term

Trump backs Graham’s sister to run in the Republican primary to replace the late former senator

The Independent UK · Jul 17

Trump backs newly appointed Darline Graham for full Senate term

President Donald Trump on Friday endorsed newly appointed South Carolina Sen. Darline Graham for a full Senate term, saying he asked her to seek the Republican nomination in next month’s special primary election to pick a replacement for her late brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham. Darline Graham was sworn in to…

Roll Call · Jul 17

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Darline Graham weighs running for full Senate term as funeral scheduled for Lindsey Graham

Sen. Darline Graham is serving the remaining months of her late brother Lindsey Graham's Senate term, but she's weighing a possible run for a full term

The Independent UK · Jul 17

Wrapup: Congress’ July sprint off to a stumbling start

Republican leaders laid the groundwork for a final dash to pass partisan legislative priorities before August recess. But if this week was any indication, it won’t be an easy run. First, Washington was struck by the sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., on July 11. Moving quickly, South Carolina…

Roll Call · Jul 17

US Senate bill seeks 100% tariffs on India, 4 other nations for buying Russian oil

A bipartisan bill introduced in the US Senate proposes 100% tariffs on imports from the top five buyers of Russian oil or gas, including India, China, Slovakia, Hungary and Azerbaijan, to pressure Russia over its war in Ukraine.

The Economic Times · Jul 17

Photos of the week | July 10-16, 2026

Congress returned from the July Fourth recess this week to the news of Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death. Highlights of the week included confirmation hearings for Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and DNI nominee Jay Clayton, national hot dog day and the start of a new reconciliation process in the House…

Roll Call · Jul 17

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Lindsey Graham's death will set off a special primary election for a Senate seat that's open for the second time since 1956

A special Republican Party primary is scheduled for August 11, 2026, in South Carolina to determine which Republican candidate will run in the state's general election on November 3, 2026.

Ballotpedia · Jul 16

At the Races: Democratic aches in the Great Lakes

Welcome to At the Races! Each week we bring you news and analysis from the CQ Roll Call campaign team. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. By Mary Ellen McIntire and Daniela Altimari With its early August primary looming, Michigan is the next state to shine…

Roll Call · Jul 16

Democratic senator says Trump speech likely to be more ‘election denialism’ from ‘world’s most famous sore loser’ – as it happened

We’re now closing this blog. Please join us on our new live blog covering Donald Trump’s speech to the nation tonight.

The Guardian - US · Jul 16

The Latest: Trump says ICE should continue traffic stops despite new policy to halt them

President Donald Trump says Immigration and Customs Enforcement should continue traffic stops after two deadly shootings within a week, seeming to contradict a new policy to halt them

The Independent UK · Jul 15

Lindsey Graham’s empty chair is draped in black in solemn tribute after his sudden death

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The Independent UK · Jul 15

Michael Kosta on Lindsey Graham’s sister: ‘A senate seat? That’s an inheritance jackpot!’

Late night hosts discuss US air strikes in Iran, Trump-Epstein files and companies bringing back the dead with AI

The Guardian - US · Jul 15

Over 100 House Democrats vote to end military aid to Israel in significant rebuke to US ally – as it happened

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The Guardian - US · Jul 15

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Ballotpedia · Jul 15

U.S. Sen. Darline Graham takes office — ending the vacancy in South Carolina’s class II seat

On July 14, 2026, President Pro Tempore Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) swore Sen. Darline Graham (R-S.C.) into the U.S. Senate, filling the vacancy in South Carolina's class II seat.

The Times of India · Jul 14

Who is Darline Graham? Lindsey Graham's sister sworn in as South Carolina's first woman senator after his death

Darline Graham, the younger sister of late Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, has officially been sworn into the US Senate after her brother's sudden death, becoming the first woman to represent South Carolina in the Senate. The 62-year-old was appointed by South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster to complete the remainder of…

The Guardian - US · Jul 14

Darline Graham, sister of Lindsey Graham, sworn in to fulfill his Senate term

Lindsey Graham’s younger sister appointed by South Carolina’s governor three days after senator’s death

Roll Call · Jul 14

Darline Graham sworn in to the Senate as first sister to succeed a brother

Sen. Darline Graham took the oath of office Tuesday to fill the vacancy left by the unexpected death of her older brother, four-term Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham. The late Graham died Saturday night at age of 71 of an aortic dissection, according to preliminary findings by the D.C. medical examiner. …

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The Economic Times · Jul 14

Who is Darline Graham Nordone? She lost both parents young, now steps into Lindsey Graham's Senate seat. A look at her career and net worth

Darline Graham Nordone now serves as South Carolina's interim US Senator. She fills the seat left vacant by her brother, Senator Lindsey Graham. This appointment makes her the first woman to represent South Carolina in the Senate. Nordone previously worked in public service, focusing on disability employment opportunities. She lost…

The Guardian - US · Jul 14

Darline Graham: Lindsey Graham’s sister and interim US senator

Darline was 13 when her brother became her legal guardian – and was a key presence as he rose in the Republican ranks

International Business Times UK · Jul 13

Who Replaced Lindsey Graham in the Senate? Darline Graham Nordone Becomes South Carolina's First Female US Senator

Darline Graham Nordone becomes South Carolina's first female senator, appointed by Governor McMaster to complete her late brother Lindsey Graham's term, marking a historic milestone for the state.

The Independent UK · Jul 13

Who is Darline Graham Nordone? Sister of late Lindsey Graham agrees to finish his term

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Roll Call · Jul 13

South Carolina governor picks Graham’s sister to serve out his term

Darline Graham Nordone, the sister of the late South Carolina GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham, will fill his Senate seat through the end of his term in January, Republican Gov. Henry McMaster announced Monday. “Lindsey took care of his little sister in years long departed,” McMaster said at a news conference…

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