Lindsey Graham's Sister Appointed by South Carolina Governor to Finish His Senate Term
Governor McMaster's appointment of Darline Graham Nordone has set the stage for a potentially crowded special election to fill the seat permanently. With the one-week filing period for the special primary election set to begin on July 21, several candidates are already exploring their options. Mark Lynch, a South Carolina businessman who previously ran against Sen. Graham in the GOP primary, has confirmed his intention to run again, with his campaign committing $5 million to the effort.
Rep. Nancy Mace, who recently lost a GOP gubernatorial primary in the state, is also weighing a potential bid for the Senate seat, according to a source familiar with her thinking. Additionally, Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette is considered a potential candidate, although she has not yet made any official announcements. The special primary election is scheduled to take place on August 11, with the general election to follow on November 5.
As the field of candidates takes shape, Darline Graham Nordone will focus on serving out the remainder of her brother's term, which ends on January 3. Despite her newfound role, it remains unclear whether she will seek to run for the seat in the special election. Her experience as commissioner for the South Carolina Commission of the Blind and her background in sociology may serve her well in the Senate, but she will face significant competition from other candidates vying for the position.
The special election is expected to draw significant attention, both within South Carolina and nationally, as candidates compete to fill the seat left vacant by Sen. Graham's passing. With the filing period set to begin soon, candidates will need to make their intentions known quickly, setting the stage for a potentially intense and competitive campaign.
Pamela Evette, who recently lost in the primary runoff election for governor, is considering a potential Senate bid. A source close to Evette revealed that despite still being "shell shocked" by the news of Graham's death, Evette received numerous phone calls and texts on Sunday, with many encouraging her to enter the Senate race.
These calls and messages have come from various individuals, including those from organizations involved in federal-level politics. Notably, the president had endorsed Evette during her gubernatorial campaign in May, although it remains unclear if this endorsement would extend to a potential Senate bid.
Meanwhile, Rep. Joe Wilson, R-S.C., has announced that he will not be running for the Senate seat. In a social media post, Wilson stated that he had assured Trump of his intention to remain in the House, aiming to maintain the two-vote majority. As the special election draws near, the field of candidates continues to take shape, with several key figures weighing their options and others ruling out a run.
Rep. Nancy Mace, who recently lost a GOP gubernatorial primary in the state, is also weighing a potential bid for the Senate seat, according to a source familiar with her thinking. Additionally, Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette is considered a potential candidate, although she has not yet made any official announcements. The special primary election is scheduled to take place on August 11, with the general election to follow on November 5.
As the field of candidates takes shape, Darline Graham Nordone will focus on serving out the remainder of her brother's term, which ends on January 3. Despite her newfound role, it remains unclear whether she will seek to run for the seat in the special election. Her experience as commissioner for the South Carolina Commission of the Blind and her background in sociology may serve her well in the Senate, but she will face significant competition from other candidates vying for the position.
The special election is expected to draw significant attention, both within South Carolina and nationally, as candidates compete to fill the seat left vacant by Sen. Graham's passing. With the filing period set to begin soon, candidates will need to make their intentions known quickly, setting the stage for a potentially intense and competitive campaign.
Pamela Evette, who recently lost in the primary runoff election for governor, is considering a potential Senate bid. A source close to Evette revealed that despite still being "shell shocked" by the news of Graham's death, Evette received numerous phone calls and texts on Sunday, with many encouraging her to enter the Senate race.
These calls and messages have come from various individuals, including those from organizations involved in federal-level politics. Notably, the president had endorsed Evette during her gubernatorial campaign in May, although it remains unclear if this endorsement would extend to a potential Senate bid.
Meanwhile, Rep. Joe Wilson, R-S.C., has announced that he will not be running for the Senate seat. In a social media post, Wilson stated that he had assured Trump of his intention to remain in the House, aiming to maintain the two-vote majority. As the special election draws near, the field of candidates continues to take shape, with several key figures weighing their options and others ruling out a run.
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