South Carolina Governor Appoints Lindsey Graham's Sister to Fill Senate Seat

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South Carolina Governor has appointed Lindsey Graham's younger sister to fill his vacant Senate seat following his death on Saturday. Graham, a long-serving Republican senator from South Carolina, passed away over the weekend. His sister was selected to serve out the remainder of his term. The appointment ensures continuity of representation for South Carolina in the US Senate.

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