Darline Graham Nordone is set to serve as South Carolina's first female U.S. Senator following the death of her brother, Lindsey Graham. She will hold the seat until the term concludes in January following a special election.

Former President Donald Trump is pushing for Darline Graham to serve as interim senator, a move supported by Senate leadership as South Carolina prepares for a special election.

Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, a fixture of American legislative and foreign policy for over three decades, has passed away at 71. His death leaves a vacancy in the US Senate and triggers procedural requirements for a successor in South Carolina.