South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has announced the appointment of Darline Graham Nordone, the sister of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, to complete her brother's term in the U.S. Senate.
This decision follows the recent passing of Senator Graham, who died over the weekend at the age of 71 due to heart-related issues. A preliminary report from the medical examiner indicated that he likely succumbed to an aortic dissection, which is a tear in the wall of the main artery connected to the heart.
Nordone's appointment will allow her to serve in the Senate until Graham's term concludes in January. A Republican primary election is scheduled for August to select a candidate who will appear on the ballot for the upcoming midterm elections. The victor of the November election will then serve a full six-year term in the Senate.
This story is developing and will be updated as more information becomes available.
Reported by HarborBeat based on WMAR-2 News (source).
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