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South Carolina governor appoints Lindsey Graham's sister to finish his Senate term
By Meg Kinnard | The Associated Press at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· July 13, 2026
· 6 min read
Lindsey Graham’s sister, Darline Graham Nordone, has been named as her late brother’s temporary replacement in the U.S. Senate after his unexpected death over the weekend.
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster announced at a news conference at the Statehouse on Monday that Nordone would serve the...
Key takeaway Henry McMaster announced at a news conference at the Statehouse on Monday that Nordone would serve the remaining months on Graham’s current term, which expires in January.
Why this matters in Frisco News
For Frisco residents, the appointment of Darline Graham Nordone to finish her brother's Senate term in South Carolina may seem like a distant event, but it has implications for the national political landscape that can trickle down to local concerns. As a community within the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Frisco's voters and business leaders often look to national trends to inform their decisions on issues like economic development and transportation. The scramble for Graham's Senate seat, with several ambitious conservatives vying for the position, could lead to shifts in federal policy that impact Frisco's growth and development. Additionally, the special election process in South Carolina may serve as a model or point of comparison for future elections in Texas, including those in Collin and Denton counties, where Frisco is located. As the situation in South Carolina unfolds, Frisco's residents and leaders will be watching to see how the new Senate representative's priorities align with their own community's needs.
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Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? Lindsey Graham’s sister, Darline Graham Nordone, has been named as her late brother’s temporary replacement in the U.S. Senate after his unexpected death over the weekend.
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster announced at a news conference at the Statehouse on Monday that Nordone would serve the...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 13, 2026 by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories and curated for Frisco News readers.
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