Darline Graham becomes South Carolina's first female senator

Published Tuesday, July 14, 2026 · Updated July 15

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Darline Graham has been sworn in as South Carolina's first female senator, appointed by Republican Gov. Henry McMaster to fill the seat of her late brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham. Her appointment is seen as a continuation of his work and a reflection of conservative political continuity in the state.

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Darline Graham was sworn in as the first female senator from South Carolina on Tuesday.
South Carolina's Republican Gov. Henry McMaster appointed Darline Graham to fill Sen. Lindsey Graham's seat for the remainder of his term.

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Family Legacy and Political Continuity

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Fox News emphasizes Darline Graham's connection to her late brother, Lindsey Graham, and her commitment to continuing his work, highlighting the conservative political continuity in South Carolina. The articles also frame these appointments as a continuation of power within families, with Trey Gowdy's comments on Lindsey Graham's love for his sister.
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