Darline Graham sworn in as South Carolina’s first woman senator
Darline Graham has been sworn in as a US Senator for South Carolina, filling the seat left vacant by the death of her brother, Lindsey Graham. She is the first woman to represent the state in the Senate and will serve until January 2027.
Why it matters
This appointment marks a historic milestone for South Carolina and highlights the political transition process following the death of a long-serving senator.
Darline Graham, the younger sister of late Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, has officially been sworn into the US Senate after her brother's sudden death, becoming the first woman to represent South Carolina in the Senate.The 62-year-old was appointed by South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster to complete the remainder of Lindsey Graham's term, which runs until January 2027. A special primary election is scheduled for August 11, with voters set to choose a candidate for November's general election to fill the seat for the next six-year term.Who is Darline Graham?Although Darline Graham has never held elected office before, she has spent decades serving the people of South Carolina.She has worked extensively with people with disabilities and previously served as a commissioner on the South Carolina Commission for the Blind, earning a reputation for her public service rather than partisan politics.Raised by her brother after family tragedyDarline and Lindsey Graham shared an…
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