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"Sinister": Lindsey Graham's sister makes surprising move in bid to win a Senate seat
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· July 22, 2026
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Key takeaway Graham Nordone has since announced her candidacy for a six-year Senate term, despite having no prior elected experience.
Following the recent passing of Sen. Lindsey Graham, his sister Darline Graham Nordone was chosen by South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster to fill the remainder of his term.
She was sworn in last Tuesday, initially intended as a temporary position. Graham Nordone has since announced her candidacy for a six-year Senate term, despite having no prior elected experience. This move comes before her brother's burial and has already garnered support from Donald Trump, who has given her his endorsement.
Further details on Graham Nordone's campaign and the upcoming election are available through LGBTQ Nation.
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Category: culture Published: July 22, 2026 Source: LGBTQ Nation Reading time: 1 min
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