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Lindsey Graham's interim successor is being chosen: Henry McMaster will announce the pick, which Donald Trump recommended via Graham's sister, and Nancy Mace has concurred.

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Lindsey Graham's interim successor is being chosen: Henry McMaster will announce the pick, which Donald Trump recommended via Graham's sister, and Nancy Mace has concurred.

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  1. Henry McMaster appointed Lindsey Graham to office, and Graham subsequently supported President Trump's agenda.Sub-event
  2. Trump backed Graham, who was McMaster's appointee, influencing the primary outcome.1 source
  3. Darline Graham, appointed by McMaster, is now running for office following Trump's endorsement.1 source
  4. Henry McMaster appointed Darline to fill the Senate vacancy.Sub-event
  5. Henry McMaster recommended Lindsey Graham's sister to serve as part of the interim successor selection process.Sub-event
  6. President Trump urged the current office holder to select a successor.Sub-event
  7. Darline Graham Nordone was appointed as the interim replacement for Lindsey Graham following his sudden death.Sub-event
  8. Henry McMaster announced Nordone's appointment for Graham's seat, while Donald Trump confirmed his support for the pick.Sub-event
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  1. Christopher A. Cooper, a professor in Cullowhee, is involved in the political fallout regarding Graham's successor, with Trump's support and McMaster's appointment being key factors.Sub-event
  2. Donald Trump endorsed Lindsey Graham's sister following Graham's death.Sub-event
  3. Trump discussed the vacancy in his preferred candidate and potential co-contender for the vacant Senate seat.Sub-event
  4. McMaster favors Evette for the seat, while Katie Britt is noted as a potential replacement for Graham.1 source
  5. John Thune supported Trump's replacement suggestion, while McMaster must choose a successor for Graham's seat.1 source
  6. Trump administration opposed Nancy Mace's bid to replace Lindsey Graham in the Senate.1 source
  7. McMaster appoints interim senator after Graham's death.1 source
  8. Graham has officially appointed his successor to the vacant Senate seat.1 source
  9. Trump suggests a replacement for Graham; McMaster is a close ally of Trump.1 source
  10. Succession process for Lindsey Graham underway with input from Trump, Mace, and McMaster.1 source

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