Key facts
- President Donald Trump endorsed Darline Graham for the U.S. Senate seat in South Carolina.
- Trump urged Graham to run in the special Republican primary.
- Senator Lindsey Graham died of an aortic dissection.
- Darline Graham has been appointed to fill her brother's Senate seat until January 2027.
- A special election primary for the seat is scheduled for August 11.
President Donald Trump has endorsed Darline Graham, sister of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, for the U.S. Senate seat in South Carolina. Trump announced his support on Truth Social, urging Graham to accept his "Complete and Total Endorsement" for the special election.
Senator Lindsey Graham died suddenly from an aortic dissection. Following his death, Trump recommended his sister to serve as an interim senator until a special election could be held. South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster appointed Darline Graham to fill the seat for the remainder of the term, which concludes in January 2027. A special election primary is scheduled for August 11.
Darline Graham, who has not previously held elected office, expressed devastation over her brother's passing and stated that filling his seat would be a tribute to him. She has worked in vocational rehabilitation.