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Lindsey Graham's death sparks South Carolina Senate succession race

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The unexpected death of Senator Lindsey Graham has created a political vacuum in South Carolina, potentially disrupting the upcoming midterm elections. Governor Henry McMaster will appoint a successor, triggering a special primary election that could benefit Democratic candidate Annie Dale Biddle Andrews. President Donald Trump indicated he has a preferred candidate for the seat, though he declined to name them, while other prominent Republicans like Joe Wilson, Nancy Mace, Ralph Norman, Trey Gowdy, and Nikki Haley are also potential contenders. AI

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Lindsey Graham's death sparks South Carolina Senate succession race

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Erik Wasson, Bloomberg ·

    Graham death sets up succession drama in South Carolina

    South Carolina Republican Governor Henry McMaster can name a replacement for the remainder of Graham’s term.

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