U.S. President Donald Trump endorsed Darlene Graham Nordone, the sister of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, as a potential Republican candidate in the special election for the U.S. Senate. Axios reports this, writes UNN.
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Trump called on Nordone to run in the Republican primary, which will take place on August 11. According to him, she is the best candidate to continue her brother's political legacy.
I asked Darlene, for the good of our nation, to run for the U.S. Senate. I hope she agrees, because there is no one better to honor the legacy of her dear brother Lindsey
He also stated that if she enters the race, she will have his "full and total support."
Nordone has not yet announced her candidacy
Darlene Graham Nordone has not yet officially confirmed her intention to run. According to Axios, she is exploring her options.
This week, Nordone was sworn in as a senator after being appointed by South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster. She temporarily replaced her brother after his death and became the first woman to represent the state of South Carolina in the U.S. Senate.
The special Republican primary is scheduled for August 11, and the winner of the November election will serve as senator until January 2033. Trump's endorsement could significantly strengthen Nordone's position if she decides to enter the election race.
Lindsey Graham's sister appointed as interim senator after his death13.07.26, 23:58